Description

3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Acetate is a versatile brominated aromatic ester that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactivity of the bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and chain extension in complex molecule construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with modified phenyl ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic frameworks.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic molecules used in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties for specialized coatings or resins.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings for biaryl formation.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Acetate
CAS No.	49617-80-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	m-(Bromomethyl)phenyl acetate; (3-Bromomethyl)phenyl acetate; 1-Acetoxy-3-(bromomethyl)benzene; 3-(Bromomethyl)phenol acetate; Acetic acid 3-(bromomethyl)phenyl ester; m-Bromobenzyl acetate; 3-Bromobenzyl acetate
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The compound is compatible with common organic solvents but should be handled in accordance with standard laboratory safety practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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