Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Naphthoate is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its naphthalene backbone and strategically positioned bromine and ester functional groups. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based structures for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the bromine atom offers a site for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its rigid, aromatic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for academic and industrial chemists exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Naphthoate
CAS No.	50915-64-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉BrO₂
Molecular Weight	265.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2-naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 2-Naphthoic acid, 3-bromo-, methyl ester; 3-Bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-2-Naphthoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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%

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