Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a sterically hindered, halogenated aromatic core that enables precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered benzoate motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where bromine functionality allows for further cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile handle for further functionalization via Suzuki, Stille, or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoate
CAS No.	26584-20-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2,4,6-trimethylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4,6-trimethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2,4,6-trimethyl-, methyl ester; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-3-bromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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%

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