Description

3-Bromo-5-Isobutoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzoic acid derivative characterized by its bromo and isobutoxy substituents. This compound is a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block for synthesizing complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for drug discovery and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic structure and functional handles for further modification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other transformations to introduce the bromo-alkoxybenzoic acid moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to functionalize polymers or as a monomer for creating specialty polymers with specific properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Isobutoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1228956-99-7
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO3
Molecular Weight	273.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Isobutoxy-3-bromobenzoic Acid; 3-Bromo-5-(2-methylpropoxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-(2-methylpropoxy)-; 1228956-99-7; AI3-31043; AKOS040759714; BRN 2960582; CS-W009767
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Isobutoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (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.