Description

(3-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core with both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a bromine substituent, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1261618-03-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)acetic acid; (3-Bromo-o-tolyl)acetic acid; 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzeneacetic acid; 2-Methyl-3-bromophenylacetic acid; α-(3-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)acetic acid; NSC 781106; BRN 2871695
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (3-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual unknown impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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