Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methyl- is a specialized brominated acrylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis. This compound is critical for introducing both the reactive acrylate moiety and the bromophenyl group into target molecules, enabling precise structural modifications. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and polymer functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a functional monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties like adhesion, UV stability, or flame retardancy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A potential precursor for synthesizing brominated aromatic components used in electronic display technologies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methyl-
CAS No.	66735-13-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	241.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; 2-Methyl-3-(3-bromophenyl)propenoic acid; 3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methyl-2-propenoic acid; (E)-3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; α-Methyl-3-bromocinnamic acid; 3-Bromo-α-methylcinnamic acid; 66735-13-5; 3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid (mixed isomers)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Bromophenyl)-2-Methyl- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment and is 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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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