Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Naphthoate is a high-purity organic building block and a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its bromine and ester functional groups, which enable precise coupling reactions and further derivatization in complex molecular construction. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds, for therapeutic areas like oncology and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the bromine atom facilitates further functionalization.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in the manufacture of display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediates: Employed in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and imaging applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a reliable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways in corporate and university laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Naphthoate
CAS No.	5043-29-8
Molecular Formula	C12H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	265.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 4-bromo-, methyl ester; 4-Bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Carbomethoxy-4-bromonaphthalene; Methyl 4-bromo-β-naphthoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Naphthoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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