Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a versatile and reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in medicinal chemistry, material science, and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and fluoro substituents modulate biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals, polymers, and organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects requiring specific halogenated benzoate derivatives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in exploratory chemistry to develop new synthetic methodologies and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	647020-71-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO2
Molecular Weight	233.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-3-fluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3-fluoro-, methyl ester; 3-Fluoro-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-fluoro-2-bromobenzoate; 2-Bromo-3-fluoromethylbenzoate; Methyl ester of 2-bromo-3-fluorobenzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to reliable supply and traceability meets the stringent requirements of global R&D and production partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤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.