Description

2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its structure, featuring both bromine and methyl substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug discovery programs targeting new therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the bromine atom offers a handle for further functionalization.
• 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 organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials requiring specific electronic or steric properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and cellular research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1287217-77-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethyl-2-bromobenzoic Acid; 2-Bromo-3,4-dimethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3,4-dimethyl-; 1287217-77-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports your R&D and production needs with reliable, high-purity material.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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