Description

2-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a reactive benzylic bromine and a carboxylic acid group, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzofused ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzoic acid groups into polymer chains, altering material properties for specialty coatings or adhesives.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex heterocycles.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	42247-76-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromoethyl)benzoic acid; o-(2-Bromoethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Bromoethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(2-bromoethyl)-; (2-Bromoethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Carboxyphenethyl bromide; 2-(2-Bromoethyl)benzenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Bromoethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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