Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)- is a specialized brominated derivative of benzoic acid, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering distinct bromine substitution patterns that enable precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to build active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for bromine-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for enhanced biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized monomers for polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A critical reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies engaged in custom synthesis and process optimization projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-
CAS No.	632340-57-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O2
Molecular Weight	293.94 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-4-bromobenzoic Acid; 4-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; 2,4-Dibromomethylbenzoic Acid (common name); 4-Bromo-o-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid; α,2,4-Tribromotoluene (oxidized derivative reference); BBMBA (abbreviation); 4-Bromo-2-bromomethyl-benzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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