Description

Methyl 2,3-Dibromo-3-(4-Phenylphenyl)Propanoate is a specialized brominated aromatic ester, a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex aromatic or halogenated structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the dibromo and biphenyl motifs confer specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted aromatic core.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromine functional groups into polymer chains, which can act as flame retardants or sites for further chemical modification.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms make it a valuable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create more complex biaryl systems.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3-Dibromo-3-(4-Phenylphenyl)Propanoate
CAS No.	23230-37-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄Br₂O₂
Molecular Weight	398.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3-dibromo-3-(biphenyl-4-yl)propanoate; 2,3-Dibromo-3-(4-phenylphenyl)propanoic acid methyl ester; Propanoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-3-(1,1'-biphenyl-4-yl)-, methyl ester; Methyl α,β-dibromo-β-(4-phenylphenyl)propionate; Biphenyl-4-yl-dibromopropionic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3-Dibromo-3-(4-Phenylphenyl)Propanoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation by atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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