Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic building block. This compound is a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the difluoromethoxy and bromo substituents impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and other metal-catalyzed transformations to create complex, functionalized aromatic systems.
• Contract Manufacturing (CMO): Supplied to custom synthesis organizations for the production of client-specific target molecules under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoate
CAS No.	200956-56-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrF2O3
Molecular Weight	281.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-(difluoromethoxy)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-4-(difluoromethoxy)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-(difluoromethoxy)-, methyl ester; 4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(difluoromethoxy)-3-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3-Bromo-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), identity, and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.