Description

Benzoic Acid, 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-, 1-Methylethyl Ester is a specialized halogenated benzoate ester derivative, offering a unique combination of a phenolic hydroxyl group and a bromine substituent on the aromatic ring. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for advanced synthesis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in agrochemical discovery, pharmaceutical development, and material science, where its distinct reactivity profile enables the creation of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated phenolic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the bioactivity of the bromophenol moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex molecules, including ligands, dyes, and functional polymers.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers and coatings to impart specific properties like UV absorption or flame retardancy.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity standard in method development and quality control testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-, 1-Methylethyl Ester
CAS No.	1131587-64-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid isopropyl ester; Isopropyl 5-bromosalicylate; 1-Methylethyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzoate; 5-Bromosalicylic Acid Isopropyl Ester; 2-Hydroxy-5-bromobenzoic Acid Isopropyl Ester; Isopropyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzoate; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid 1-methylethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-, 1-Methylethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research and development purposes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your regulatory and quality documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. 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)	≥ 97.0%
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.