Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester with a high degree of functionalization, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine substituents and an ester group, provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex organic frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for advanced synthesis and molecular discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or coupling partner in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) for creating complex, multi-substituted benzene derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials that incorporate halogenated aromatic units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or inhibitors for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	260561-85-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	322.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 4-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-(Bromomethyl)-4-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(bromomethyl)-4-bromobenzoate; 260561-85-1; AI3-52335
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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