Description

Ethyl 2-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and reactive aromatic ester moiety for constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated benzoate structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and esterification processes to introduce functionalized aromatic groups.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoate
CAS No.	690260-90-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrClO2
Molecular Weight	263.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-chlorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-chloro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-bromo-4-chlorobenzoate; Ethyl o-bromo-p-chlorobenzoate; 690260-90-3; Ethyl 2-bromo-4-chloro-benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.