Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Iodo-5-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-halogenated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a versatile and reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, where its distinct substitution pattern enables precise structural modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals, where its aromatic core and halogens influence electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Iodo-5-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1160574-57-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrIO2
Molecular Weight	354.97 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-iodo-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-4-iodo-5-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-iodo-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 5-Methyl-3-bromo-4-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Iodo-5-Methylbenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical research and development processes. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We commit to specifications that meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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