Description

Dimethyl 2-Bromoterephthalate is a high-purity brominated aromatic ester, a crucial organic intermediate for advanced synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine handle and a protected carboxylic acid group, enabling precise molecular construction in complex chemical processes. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require a reliable building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a bromine substituent is required for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate brominated aromatic structures.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of brominated terephthalate derivatives used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for electronic devices.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to introduce bromine functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like flame retardancy or altering refractive index.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl and conjugated systems for material science and chemical research.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized brominated dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2-Bromoterephthalate
CAS No.	18643-86-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO4
Molecular Weight	273.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoterephthalic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl 2-Bromo-1,4-benzenedicarboxylate; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-bromo-, 1,4-dimethyl ester; Methyl 2-Bromoterephthalate; 2-Bromoterephthalic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Bromo-p-phthalic Acid Dimethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2-Bromoterephthalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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