Description

3-(4-Bromophenyl)Butanoic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic carboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its well-defined molecular structure, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing more complex molecules in research and development. This compound is particularly needed by pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the bromophenyl moiety for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds due to its aromatic and functionalizable structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a starting material for synthesizing ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for introducing aromatic and carboxylic acid groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for scaling up custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(4-Bromophenyl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	53086-46-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-β-phenylbutyric Acid; 3-(p-Bromophenyl)butyric Acid; (4-Bromophenyl)butanoic Acid; γ-(4-Bromophenyl)butyric Acid; 4-(4-Bromophenyl)butanoic Acid; Butanoic acid, 3-(4-bromophenyl)-; p-Bromophenylbutyric Acid; 53086-46-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Bromophenyl)Butanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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