Description

4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen and methoxy substitution pattern makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo-fluoro-methoxy benzoic acid scaffold contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), leveraging its aromatic core for charge transport properties.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties for high-performance engineering plastics and coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new coupling reactions, synthesizing complex ligands for catalysis, and creating novel molecular libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments, where its halogen atoms allow for fine-tuning of color and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	194804-92-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO3
Molecular Weight	249.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-4-bromo-2-fluorobenzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-3-methoxy-4-bromobenzoic acid; 4-Bromo-2-fluoro-3-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-fluoro-3-methoxy-; 194804-92-7; 4-Br-2-F-3-MeO-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting compliance in GMP-oriented applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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