Description

3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Propoxy-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), where its structure aids in tuning molecular alignment and charge transport.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and specific functional properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other metal-mediated transformations for constructing complex aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D as a standard or starting material for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Propoxy-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	554407-81-7
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO4
Molecular Weight	289.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propoxy-3-bromo-5-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-methoxy-4-propoxy-; 3-Bromo-5-methoxy-4-propoxybenzoic acid; 554407-81-7; 3-Br-5-MeO-4-PrO-BA
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Propoxy-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, supporting compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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