Description

2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex dyes and specialty pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	22921-68-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-2-bromobenzoic Acid; 2-Bromo-5-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-5-methoxy-; 2-Bromo-5-anisic acid; o-Bromo-m-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Bromo-5-methoxy-benzoic acid; 22921-68-2; NSC 403108
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

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). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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