Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-2-Fluoro-5-Bromo-, Methylester is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block in the development of complex molecules, offering significant value in research and industrial applications where precise halogen and fluorine substitution patterns are required. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations to introduce fluorinated and brominated aromatic motifs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals due to its specific substitution pattern.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-2-Fluoro-5-Bromo-, Methylester
CAS No.	478374-76-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrFO2
Molecular Weight	247.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-fluoro-5-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-methyl-2-fluoro-5-bromobenzoate; 2-Fluoro-5-bromo-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-5-bromo-p-toluate; 5-Bromo-2-fluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-bromo-4-methyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-2-Fluoro-5-Bromo-, Methylester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of GMP and ISO standards where applicable, supporting our commitment to supply reliability for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.