Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-2-(2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate featuring both bromo and ester functional groups. This compound is critical for advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and materials science research, offering precise reactivity for complex molecular construction. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for building sophisticated heterocyclic and aromatic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bromine atom for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Monomer: Potential monomer for the development of specialty polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and other palladium-catalyzed transformations.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical assay development and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-2-(2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1403483-70-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃BrO₄
Molecular Weight	301.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-bromo-2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)-, methyl ester; 4-Bromo-2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-2-(carboxymethyl)benzoate methyl ester (tautomeric form); 2-(Methoxycarbonylmethyl)-4-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-Bromo-2-(2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Every lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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