Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoate ester derivative. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries to develop new active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and as a substrate for further functional group transformations in research chemistry.
• Ligand and Material Science: Intermediate for the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and monomers for advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for method development and scale-up processes in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	260806-90-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-2-methoxybenzoate; 2-Methoxy-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-o-anisate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided and available upon request 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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

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