Description

2-Amino-6-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile and high-value brominated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a carboxylic acid moiety, makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzodiazepine or similar heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its functional handles.
• Peptide Mimetics and Bioconjugation: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling to amino groups, making it useful for creating peptide analogs or antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linkers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-6-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	632340-58-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Bromomethyl)-2-aminobenzoic acid; 2-Amino-6-bromomethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-6-(bromomethyl)-; 6-(Bromomethyl)anthranilic acid; 2-Amino-6-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Amino-6-bromomethyl-benzoic acid; Anthranilic acid, 6-(bromomethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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