Description

Methyl 4-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoate is a versatile aromatic ester building block featuring a reactive bromoethyl side chain. This compound matters for its utility as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystals, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where the benzoate ester and bromoalkyl group are incorporated into active structures.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies due to its rigid aromatic core and flexible alkyl chain.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers for functional polymers, including those with photoactive or electroactive properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the 4-(2-bromoethyl)benzoate moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 4-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	136333-97-6
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl p-(2-Bromoethyl)benzoate; 4-(2-Bromoethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-bromoethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(2-bromoethyl)benzoate; Methyl 4-(β-bromoethyl)benzoate; p-(2-Bromoethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-(4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)ethyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled in a compatible strong acid/organic solvent environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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