Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Amino-6-Bromo-, Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a versatile, functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries who require precise building blocks for heterocyclic synthesis and molecular diversification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzimidazole or quinazoline cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bromo and amino functionalities for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the production of complex organic dyes and pigments, where its structure contributes to color fastness and specific chromophoric properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize novel chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Amino-6-Bromo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	135484-78-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	242.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Amino-6-bromobenzoate; 6-Bromoanthranilic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Amino-6-bromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 6-Bromo-2-aminobenzoate; 6-Bromo-2-(methoxycarbonyl)aniline; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-6-bromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-amino-6-bromobenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 2-Amino-6-Bromo-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against established internal specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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