Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and nitro substituents on the benzoate ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants due to its nitro-aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	104670-71-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO4
Molecular Weight	260.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-2-nitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2-nitro-, methyl ester; 2-Nitro-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl ester of 3-bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid; 104670-71-5; Methyl m-bromo-o-nitrobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support applications requiring high standards, including cGMP for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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