Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Isopropylbenzoate is a high-purity, versatile benzoate ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the bromine and isopropyl groups, which enable selective functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a core structure for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Stille couplings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemists and process chemists in lead optimization and route scouting.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Isopropylbenzoate
CAS No.	318528-55-1
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-isopropylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-p-isopropylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester; 4-Isopropyl-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; 318528-55-1; Methyl 3-bromo-4-(propan-2-yl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Isopropylbenzoate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality management systems and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
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.