Description

Methyl 2-Bromomethylbenzoate is a versatile and high-purity brominated aromatic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromomethyl group makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring benzyl-protected or functionalized aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromomethyl moiety facilitates further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of monomers and polymers with specific aromatic functionalities for advanced materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromomethylbenzoate
CAS No.	2417-73-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl o-bromomethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; o-(Bromomethyl)methyl benzoate; 2-Bromomethyl methyl benzoate; Methyl α-bromo-o-toluate
EINECS	219-329-1

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromomethylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and residual solvent analysis, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to specifications.

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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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