Description

2,5-Dibromo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity brominated aromatic ester, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a functionalized, multi-brominated benzene core that enables precise molecular construction in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bromine substituents for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Functional starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	245549-92-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O2
Molecular Weight	307.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,5-dibromo-4-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,5-dibromo-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Methyl-2,5-dibromobenzoic acid methyl ester; 2,5-Dibromo-p-toluic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-methyl-2,5-dibromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). 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.