Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its bromine and ester functional groups, which enable precise chemical modifications in complex synthesis pathways. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing advanced molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the construction of complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	104901-43-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-p-toluate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Bromo-4-methyl methylbenzoate; 4-Methyl-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%

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