Description

4-(2-Bromophenoxy)Butanoic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized phenoxy chain with a terminal carboxylic acid group, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in creating molecules with specific receptor-binding properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenoxyacetic acid-like structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromophenoxy side chains into polymers, altering physical properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for coupling reactions (e.g., esterification, amidation) and for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Bromophenoxy)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	132902-25-1
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Bromophenoxy)butyric acid; 2-Bromophenoxybutyric Acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(2-bromophenoxy)-; γ-(2-Bromophenoxy)butyric Acid; 4-(o-Bromophenoxy)butanoic Acid; NSC 403796; 4-(2-Bromophenoxy)butyricacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(2-Bromophenoxy)Butanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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