Description

2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block designed for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure, which enables precise molecular modifications in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine and bromine substituents contribute to bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials, contributing to the molecular framework of charge-transport layers and emissive compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig couplings, facilitating the construction of complex biaryl and heteroaryl systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects requiring high-fidelity halogenated benzoic acid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1260384-12-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO3
Molecular Weight	249.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2-bromo-6-fluorobenzoic Acid; 6-Fluoro-2-bromo-4-methoxybenzoic Acid; 2-Bromo-6-fluoro-4-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-fluoro-4-methoxy-; 1260384-12-0; 2-Br-6-F-4-MeO-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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