Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenyl-, Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated acrylic ester monomer with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters as a versatile building block for introducing both phenyl and reactive bromomethyl functionalities into polymer backbones and complex organic molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel polymers, pharmaceutical intermediates, and functionalized materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a functional monomer to incorporate bromine and phenyl groups into acrylic polymers, enhancing properties like flame retardancy and refractive index.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Cross-linking Agent: Acts as a reactive site for cross-linking in specialty coatings, adhesives, and thermoset resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research laboratories for Michael additions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other C-C bond forming reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: A building block for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenyl-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	53059-43-1
Molecular Formula	C12H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	269.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-phenylacrylate; Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-phenyl-2-propenoate; 3-Phenyl-2-(bromomethyl)acrylic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-phenylacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; NSC 334348; (2-Bromomethyl)-3-phenyl-acrylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenyl-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging. Store separately from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

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

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