Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzoate is a versatile halogenated aromatic ester that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromo substituent and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with salicylate or halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to introduce functionalized aromatic rings.
• Ligand and Complex Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the development of specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	22717-56-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromosalicylate; 2-Hydroxy-4-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; 4-Bromosalicylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-2-hydroxybenzenecarboxylate; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-brom-2-hydroxybenzoat
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzoate 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, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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