Description

Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Iodobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, the bromomethyl and iodo substituents, which enable selective and sequential functionalization in complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring selective aryl-alkyl coupling or functional group transformations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where specific halogenated aromatic structures are required.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules or affinity probes for studying biological pathways and target identification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	1310377-56-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrIO2
Molecular Weight	354.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Iodo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-iodobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-5-iodo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-Bromomethyl-5-iodobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Iodobenzoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available for each lot, documenting compliance with our stringent in-house specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under appropriate conditions to maintain product integrity.

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)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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