Description

4-Bromomethyl-Hydrocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile brominated aromatic ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and chain extension, making it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce reactive sites or aromatic character into polymer backbones for specialty resins.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Peptidomimetic & Bio-conjugate Chemistry: Useful for incorporating hydrophobic aromatic spacers or labels into peptide analogs and bioconjugates.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromomethyl-Hydrocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	56703-35-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅BrO₂
Molecular Weight	283.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(Bromomethyl)hydrocinnamate; 3-[4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl]propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-(4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl)propanoate; p-(Bromomethyl)hydrocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; (4-Bromomethylphenyl)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Bromomethylbenzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 334906
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromomethyl-Hydrocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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