Description

2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the bromine and methyl substituents on the benzoic acid core, which enables selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• 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 specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	6967-82-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-bromobenzoic Acid; 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Bromo-p-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-o-bromobenzoic Acid; o-Bromo-p-toluic Acid; 2-Bromo-5-methyl-benzoic acid; 6967-82-4
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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