Description

Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites—the bromo and chloromethyl groups—which enable precise, sequential functionalization in complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and photoactive materials for electronic applications.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile scaffold for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university laboratories for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1956325-15-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrClO2
Molecular Weight	277.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-(chloromethyl)-, ethyl ester; 4-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)benzoic acid ethyl ester; 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-bromobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-bromo-2-chloromethylbenzoate; 1956325-15-7; SCHEMBL23384077
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)Benzoate is produced under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the rigorous standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, and our quality protocols are designed to support regulatory filings.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.