Description

2-Bromo-4'-Methoxyphenyl Acetic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive halogen handle and a functionalizable acetic acid moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty fine chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry, process development, and novel compound library synthesis in R&D laboratories.
• Peptidomimetic & Bio-conjugate Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions to create peptide analogs and bioconjugates for biochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4'-Methoxyphenyl Acetic Acid
CAS No.	17478-44-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-Bromo-4-methoxyphenylacetic Acid; 4-Methoxy-2-bromophenylacetic Acid; 2-Bromo-4-methoxybenzeneacetic Acid; α-(2-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic Acid; NSC 403697; BRN 2203295
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4'-Methoxyphenyl Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, 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 to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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