Description

Methyl 2-(3-Bromo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetate is a versatile brominated aromatic ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with aryl-ether or substituted phenylacetic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromine atom serves as a handle for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aryl bromide moiety is highly valuable in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: A versatile reagent for introducing the 3-bromo-4-methoxyphenylacetic acid ester group into target molecules in laboratory and pilot-scale processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(3-Bromo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	19626-36-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate; 2-(3-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; (3-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-4-methoxybenzeneacetate; 3-Bromo-4-methoxybenzeneacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-(3-bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate; Methyl (3-bromo-p-anisyl)acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(3-Bromo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.