Description

3-[(4-Bromophenoxy)Methyl]Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties for research and industrial applications. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical developers for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for functional organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Bromophenoxy)Methyl]Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	380173-56-8
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	307.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(4-Bromophenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-[(4-bromophenoxy)methyl]-; 3-(4-Bromophenoxymethyl)benzoic acid; m-[(p-Bromophenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid; 4-Bromo-α-(3-carboxyphenoxy)toluene; (3-Carboxyphenyl)(4-bromophenyl)methyl ether; 380173-56-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-[(4-Bromophenoxy)Methyl]Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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