Description

Methyl 4,7-Dibromo-3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate is a high-purity, multi-functional naphthalene derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromine and methoxy functional groups, which enable precise and versatile chemical transformations for building complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing novel active ingredients, as well as for specialty chemical producers synthesizing advanced materials like dyes and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds, for therapeutic areas such as oncology and anti-inflammatory treatments.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, brominated naphthalene core.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile intermediate for creating advanced dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and specialty coatings.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and other catalytic processes in synthetic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4,7-Dibromo-3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate
CAS No.	175204-91-8
Molecular Formula	C13H10Br2O3
Molecular Weight	374.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 4,7-dibromo-3-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 4,7-dibromo-3-methoxy-2-naphthoate; 4,7-Dibromo-3-methoxy-2-naphthoic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxy-4,7-dibromo-2-naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-methoxy-4,7-dibromonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 175204-91-8; DBMN (common abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4,7-Dibromo-3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
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.