Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-Cinnamate is a versatile brominated cinnamate ester, a key organic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters for its role as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those requiring a brominated aromatic moiety for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the cinnamate structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymer precursors.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or Sonogashira couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Utilized in methodological studies and as a standard for analytical and synthetic chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-Cinnamate
CAS No.	24398-80-9
Molecular Formula	C11H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	255.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (E)-3-Bromocinnamate; (E)-Ethyl 3-(3-Bromophenyl)acrylate; 3-Bromocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; trans-Ethyl 3-Bromocinnamate; Ethyl trans-3-Bromocinnamate; (E)-3-Bromocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Bromocinnamate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(3-bromophenyl)-, ethyl ester, (E)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-Cinnamate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.