Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial and research interest. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, particularly in the synthesis of more complex molecules through its bromo and ester functional groups. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing substituted benzoate or phenol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers with specific functional properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromo substituent makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	106291-80-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-3-hydroxybenzoate; 3-Hydroxy-4-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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

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