Description

2-Bromo-4-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity halogenated aromatic ester, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique dihalogen substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the life sciences and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where halogenated aromatic units are required.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1261588-35-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrIO2
Molecular Weight	340.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Bromo-4-iodobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-iodo-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-4-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-iodo-2-bromobenzoate; 4-Iodo-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl o-bromo-p-iodobenzoate; 2-Br-4-I-C6H2-1-COOCH3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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