Description

2,5-Dibromophenylacetic Acid is a high-purity brominated aromatic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile, halogenated phenylacetic acid scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries who require a reliable building block for coupling reactions and further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a dibrominated aromatic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing brominated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromine functional groups into polymer chains to alter properties like flame retardancy.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An ideal substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	203314-28-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O2
Molecular Weight	293.94 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,5-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2,5-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; NSC 405124; α-(2,5-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; 2,5-Dibromobenzeneacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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