Description

Ethyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating complex synthetic pathways, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, fine chemical manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in custom synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a functionalized benzoate ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific bromo- and ester-functionalized aromatic units into polymer chains for specialized properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex aromatic and heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	160313-69-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-bromo-3-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, ethyl ester; 3-Methyl-4-bromobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl p-bromo-m-methylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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