Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated aromatic ester that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular structure makes it an indispensable intermediate for the development of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a vital building block for developing next-generation herbicides and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where halogenated aromatic units are required for specific electronic or steric properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution due to its reactive bromo and chloro substituents.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	65851-97-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrClO3
Molecular Weight	279.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-bromo-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoate; 3-Bromo-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-chloro-2-methoxy-, methyl ester; 2-Methoxy-3-bromo-5-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-5-chloro-o-anisate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3-Bromo-5-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Our quality commitment includes comprehensive identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided 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.