Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable fluorinated and brominated aromatic ester. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of halogenated aromatic motifs. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the bromo-fluoro substitution pattern can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to construct complex, halogenated molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D projects exploring new fluorinated compounds and their physicochemical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized halogenated dyes and pigments with unique color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	651341-68-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrFO2
Molecular Weight	247.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromo-4-fluorobenzoate; 2-Bromo-4-fluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-fluoro-, ethyl ester; 4-Fluoro-2-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Fluoro-2-bromobenzoate; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-benzoic acid ethyl ester; AI3-28500; ZINC19709299
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.