Description

5-Bromo-2-Propoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its bromo and propoxy functionalities are critical for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems in asymmetric synthesis.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Propoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	60783-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propoxy-5-bromobenzoic Acid; 5-Bromo-2-propoxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-propoxy-; 5-Bromo-o-propoxybenzoic Acid; 5-Bromo-2-n-propoxybenzoic Acid; 5-Bromo-2-(propyloxy)benzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Propoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each 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 every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Custom purity grades, including research and GMP standards, are available upon request.

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). The product should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.