Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2,6-Difluoro-3-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester derivative designed for advanced synthetic applications. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its combination of bromo, fluoro, and nitro substituents. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting complex molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the halogen and nitro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials requiring specific halogenated aromatic structures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of labeled compounds or molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for bespoke chemical production and scale-up projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2,6-Difluoro-3-Nitro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1160683-37-3
Molecular Formula	C9H6BrF2NO4
Molecular Weight	306.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Bromo-2,6-difluoro-3-nitrobenzoate; 4-Bromo-2,6-difluoro-3-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Nitro-4-bromo-2,6-difluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2,6-difluoro-3-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-2,6-difluoro-3-nitrobenzoate; 1160683-37-3; 4-Bromo-2,6-difluoro-3-nitro-methylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2,6-Difluoro-3-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

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%

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