Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Formylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromo and a formyl substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precision. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in constructing heterocyclic cores and functionalized aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: An important building block for custom synthesis projects requiring specific bromo- and aldehyde-functionalized benzoate derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Formylbenzoate
CAS No.	377734-27-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-5-formylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-formyl-, methyl ester; 5-Formyl-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-formyl-3-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Formylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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