Description

Methyl 4-Amino-5-Bromo-2-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoate derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both amino and bromo substituents, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where its halogenated aromatic core is incorporated for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its electron-donating and -withdrawing functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and colorants with specific light-fastness and chromatic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable scaffold for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Amino-5-Bromo-2-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1131588-00-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrNO2
Molecular Weight	258.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-bromo-4-amino-2-methylbenzoate; 4-Amino-5-bromo-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; 5-Bromo-4-amino-o-toluic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-amino-5-bromo-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-4-amino-5-bromobenzoate; 2-Methyl-4-amino-5-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-Amino-5-Bromo-2-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support development and scale-up with consistent quality, traceable documentation, and adherence to cGMP principles where required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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