Description

Methyl 3-(Bromomethyl)-2-Nitrobenzoate is a versatile and high-value aromatic building block characterized by its bromomethyl and nitro functional groups. This compound is essential for facilitating complex molecular transformations in advanced synthetic chemistry, offering precise reactivity for constructing intricate scaffolds. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring functionalized benzoate frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the reactive bromomethyl group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing novel chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing nitro-aromatic based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(Bromomethyl)-2-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	132874-06-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO4
Molecular Weight	274.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromomethyl-2-nitrobenzoate; 3-(Bromomethyl)-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-(bromomethyl)-2-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl ester of 3-(bromomethyl)-2-nitrobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(Bromomethyl)-2-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and high-purity standards for research and production. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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