Description

4-Bromo-2-Isopropyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic building block and versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique halogenated and sterically hindered aromatic structure, which is critical for introducing specific functionalities into complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated, substituted benzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Facilitates exploratory chemistry in university and corporate R&D laboratories for novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Isopropyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	643094-19-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Bromo-2-Isopropylbenzoate; 4-Bromo-2-Isopropyl Methyl Benzoate; Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-2-Isopropyl-, Methyl Ester; 2-Isopropyl-4-Bromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Isopropyl-4-Bromobenzoate; 643094-19-3; 4-Bromo-2-(1-Methylethyl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 4-Bromo-2-Isopropyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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