Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating complex molecular construction, particularly in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use in coupling reactions and as a precursor for further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted benzoate cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromo and methoxy substituents offer specific bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers, contributing to materials with tailored thermal or optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromo substituent makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, or Heck couplings, enabling rapid diversification of chemical libraries.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	56709-70-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-methoxybenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 5-Methoxy-3-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-Methoxy-3-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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