Description

7-(Bromomethyl)-9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester is a specialized xanthone derivative, a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a carboxylic acid methyl ester, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, or cancer.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Development: Serves as a core structure for creating advanced xanthene-based dyes, fluorescent probes, and photostable pigments.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, heterocyclic chemistry, and medicinal chemistry programs.
• Chemical Biology Tool Development: Utilized in the creation of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(Bromomethyl)-9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	328526-38-1
Molecular Formula	C17H13BrO4
Molecular Weight	361.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 7-(bromomethyl)-9-oxo-9H-xanthene-1-carboxylate; 9H-Xanthene-1-carboxylic acid, 7-(bromomethyl)-9-oxo-, methyl ester; 1-Carbomethoxy-7-bromomethylxanthone; 7-Bromomethyl-1-methoxycarbonylxanthone; Xanthone-1-carboxylic acid, 7-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 7-(Bromomethyl)-9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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