Description

Benzoic Acid, 3-Bromo-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized halogenated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the introduction of a brominated methyl benzoate moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the bromine atom offers unique reactivity for creating potent bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for coupling reactions, esterifications, and cross-coupling chemistry (e.g., Suzuki, Heck reactions) in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials that incorporate functionalized aromatic units.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 3-Bromo-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	103038-43-3
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzoate; 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Methyl-3-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromo-o-toluate
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 3-Bromo-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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