Description

2,3-Dibromo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester with a high degree of functionalization, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its precise molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring brominated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and discovery of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides due to its reactive bromine substituents.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution, enabling diverse molecular libraries.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1500168-07-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O2
Molecular Weight	307.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3-dibromo-5-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 2,3-Dibromo-5-methyl methyl benzoate; 5-Methyl-2,3-dibromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methyl-2,3-dibromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Dibromo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific 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 strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.