Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-β-Hydroxy- is a specialized brominated aromatic compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a bromine substituent, makes it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where precise chemical synthesis is critical for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing brominated aromatic cores used in electronic and display chemicals.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Production: Employed in creating custom monomers and specialty polymers with specific bromine functionality.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-β-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	40620-68-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-β-hydroxybenzenepropanoic acid; 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; 4-Bromo-β-hydroxyhydrocinnamic acid; 3-Hydroxy-3-(4-bromophenyl)propanoic acid; (RS)-3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-hydroxypropionic acid; (±)-3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; 40620-68-6; 4-Bromo-β-hydroxybenzenepropanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-β-Hydroxy- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 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.