Description

Benzoic Acid, 2,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual bromomethyl functional groups, which provide versatile reactivity for cross-coupling and polymer modification reactions. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating flame-retardant polymers, specialty resins, and functionalized materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: An intermediate in the synthesis of brominated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to introduce aromatic units.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	63112-94-7
Molecular Formula	C11H12Br2O2
Molecular Weight	336.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,4-Bis(bromomethyl)benzoate; 2,4-Bis(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2,4-bis(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,4-dibromomethylbenzoate; 2,4-Dibromomethyl Methyl Benzoate; 2,4-Bis(bromomethyl) Methyl Benzoate; Methyl α,α'-Dibromo-m-xylene-α,α'-dicarboxylate (derivative)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 2,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis steps. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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