Description

Methyl 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoate is a specialized organic ester building block featuring a brominated aromatic ring and a sterically hindered ester group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications requiring precise structural modification and functional group introduction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the 3-bromophenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring halogenated aromatic components.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating specialized organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility or thermal stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic frameworks and exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoate
CAS No.	251458-15-8
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methylpropionate; 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α,α-Dimethyl-3-bromobenzeneacetate; 3-Bromo-α,α-dimethylbenzenacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Bromo-α,α-dimethylbenzeneacetate; 251458-15-8; Methyl 2-Methyl-2-(3-bromophenyl)propanoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.