Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoate ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate motifs.
• 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 ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental substrate for custom chemical synthesis services and scale-up production under cGMP conditions.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in exploratory chemistry for method development and creating novel chemical entities in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate
CAS No.	685892-23-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO2
Molecular Weight	249.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-6-chlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-chloro-, methyl ester; 685892-23-3; Methyl o-bromo-o-chlorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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