Description

2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity brominated aromatic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific bromo-methyl-phenyl motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromo-methylphenyl group imparts specific biological activity.
• 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 synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers requiring precise aromatic functionalization.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable reagent for fine chemical companies offering bespoke synthesis services to clients in various high-tech sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	31881-86-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-4-methylphenyl)acetic acid; 2-Bromo-4-methylbenzeneacetic acid; 2-(2-Bromo-4-methylphenyl)ethanoic acid; α-(2-Bromo-p-tolyl)acetic acid; o-Bromo-p-methylphenylacetic acid; 31881-86-4; NSC 403119; BRN 2804375
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles via techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR, is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

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

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.