Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic ester building block. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in constructing complex molecular architectures for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those with bromo- and nitro-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its functional groups allow for further chemical modifications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its aromatic core and modifiable ester group.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in academic laboratories and corporate R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetate
CAS No.	1261682-76-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO4
Molecular Weight	274.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2-bromo-5-nitrophenyl)acetate; Benzeneacetic acid, 2-bromo-5-nitro-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-5-nitrophenylacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-(2-bromo-5-nitrophenyl)acetate; (2-Bromo-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch consistency for your critical research and development processes.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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