Description

2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity halogenated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research & development teams for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated and brominated aromatic cores in electronic materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for introducing halogenated aromatic units into specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a scaffold for medicinal chemistry libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing halogenated aromatic dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1319196-92-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO2
Molecular Weight	233.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-5-fluoro-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-2-bromo-5-fluorobenzoic acid; 5-Fluoro-2-bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Bromo-5-fluoro-m-toluic acid; 1319196-92-3; BFBMA (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥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.