Description

4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo and fluoro substituents modulate bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized monomers and polymers for advanced materials with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects requiring this precise halogenated scaffold.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1242157-23-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO2
Molecular Weight	233.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-methyl-4-bromobenzoic Acid; 4-Bromo-2-fluoro-6-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-fluoro-6-methyl-; 1242157-23-8; 4-Bromo-2-fluoro-6-methyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are kept sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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