Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4-Dimethylbenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable brominated aromatic ester. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution, facilitating the introduction of the 3-bromo-2,4-dimethylphenyl moiety.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4-Dimethylbenzoate
CAS No.	151859-37-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2,4-dimethylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-2,4-dimethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2,4-dimethyl-, methyl ester; 2,4-Dimethyl-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4-Dimethylbenzoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases 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%

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