Description

2-Bromo-5-Methylphenylacetic Acid is a versatile halogenated aromatic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a carboxylic acid functional group on a methylphenyl scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Useful for creating specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methylphenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	203314-29-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzeneacetic Acid; α-(2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)acetic Acid; o-Bromo-p-tolylacetic Acid; 2-Bromo-5-methyl-α-toluic Acid; NSC 405124; BRN 2809695
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-5-Methylphenylacetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques is supplied with each shipment to guarantee reproducible performance and supply chain integrity.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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