Description

tert-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity organic building block featuring a reactive benzyl bromide moiety protected by a tert-butyl ester group. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, enabling selective transformations in complex synthetic pathways, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It serves as a critical intermediate for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Medicinal Chemistry: Used in research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in the development and scale-up of efficient synthetic routes for target compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the 2-(bromomethyl)benzoate moiety into larger molecular frameworks.
• Agrochemical Research: Potential intermediate in the development of novel crop protection agents.
• Material Science: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	105340-30-5
Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	271.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid tert-butyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 1,1-Dimethylethyl 2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; tert-Butyl o-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 2-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; TBMB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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