Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated aromatic ester serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex pharmacophores and agrochemicals, enabling precise structural modifications. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable building blocks for drug discovery and material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing kinase inhibitors, anti-cancer agents, and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a molecular probe or linker in the development of chemical tools for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1807232-33-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrFO2
Molecular Weight	247.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-fluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-6-fluoro-p-toluate; 2-Bromo-6-fluoro-4-methyl methylbenzoate; Methyl 2-bromo-6-fluoro-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-fluoro-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 1807232-33-2; Methyl 2-bromo-6-fluoro-4-methyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity by HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profile, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.