Description

Methyl 3-(1-Bromoethyl)Benzoate is a versatile brominated aromatic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive bromoethyl side chain, which facilitates key carbon-carbon bond formation and functional group transformations. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring the introduction of an ethylbenzene moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the benzoate ester structure is integral.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic esters for high-value aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(1-Bromoethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	50603-99-1
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1-Bromoethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl m-(1-bromoethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-(1-bromoethyl)-, methyl ester; 1-Bromoethyl 3-benzoate; Methyl 3-(α-bromoethyl)benzoate; m-(1-Bromoethyl)methyl benzoate; (1-Bromoethyl)-3-benzoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3-(1-Bromoethyl)Benzoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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