Description

4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine and carboxylic acid functionalities allow for further derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its rigid, substituted benzene core.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	276677-03-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-4-bromobenzoic Acid; 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethylbenzenecarboxylic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2,5-dimethyl-; 276677-03-3; 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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