Description

(3-Bromo-5-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a versatile halogenated aromatic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a carboxylic acid functional group on a methylphenyl scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Production: Intermediate for creating dyes, pigments, and polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Bromo-5-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	51719-66-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)acetic acid; (3-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)ethanoic acid; m-Bromo-m-tolylacetic acid; 3-Bromo-5-methylbenzeneacetic acid; 3-Bromo-5-methylbenzenacetic acid; 3-Bromo-5-methylphenylacetic acid; 51719-66-5; α-(3-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Bromo-5-Methylphenyl)Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

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

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