Description

2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is a halogenated aromatic propanoic acid derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a bromine-substituted phenyl ring and a carboxylic acid functional group, enabling precise structural modifications for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require a reliable building block for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A crucial reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	53086-52-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-α-methylbenzenacetic acid; 2-(3-Bromophenyl)propionic acid; (3-Bromophenyl)acetic acid, α-methyl-; m-Bromohydrocinnamic acid, α-methyl-; 2-(m-Bromophenyl)propanoic acid; NSC 403714; 53086-52-5; α-Methyl-3-bromobenzeneacetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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