Description

4-Bromomethyl-2,6-Difluoro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional chemical intermediate designed for advanced synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromomethyl and fluorine substituents on the aromatic ring, which makes it a versatile building block for introducing specific molecular complexity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require precise intermediates for the development of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring difluoro and bromomethyl functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group is an effective handle for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Employed in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties such as chemical resistance or specific optical characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromomethyl-2,6-Difluoro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1337606-76-4
Molecular Formula	C10H7BrF2O2
Molecular Weight	277.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(bromomethyl)-2,6-difluorobenzoate; 2,6-Difluoro-4-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(bromomethyl)-2,6-difluoro-, methyl ester; 4-(Bromomethyl)-2,6-difluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-Bromomethyl-2,6-Difluorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromomethyl-2,6-Difluoro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee the material meets your research or production requirements.

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 sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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
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.