Description

Ethyl 2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile aromatic bromine-substituted propanoate moiety, enabling precise molecular construction for specialized applications. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating brominated aromatic esters used in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) as a versatile aryl bromide component.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing complex ester-based aroma compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce bromophenyl groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like flame retardancy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoate
CAS No.	111914-79-5
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(4-Bromophenyl)propionate; 2-(4-Bromophenyl)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Methyl-4-bromobenzeneacetate; 4-Bromo-α-methylbenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-Bromophenyl)(methyl)acetate; Ethyl 4-Bromo-α-methylbenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2-(p-Bromophenyl)propanoate; p-Bromophenylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.