Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and ester functional groups, which enable precise synthetic transformations in complex molecule assembly. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and methoxy-substituted structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a model substrate in methodological development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Used as a standard reagent for teaching and investigating organic reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	17100-63-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-3-methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methoxy-, methyl ester; 3-Methoxy-4-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-methoxy-4-bromobenzoate; 4-Bromo-m-anisic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-m-anisate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.