Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, the bromo and nitro substituents, which enable selective functionalization for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring substituted benzoate scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromo substituent makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Nitro Group Reduction: The nitro group can be selectively reduced to an amine, enabling further derivatization for dye and polymer chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	690260-94-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO4
Molecular Weight	274.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromo-5-nitrobenzoate; 3-Bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; 690260-94-7; Ethyl 3-bromo-5-nitrobenzoate; 5-Nitro-3-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-nitro-3-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-5-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality parameters. Our commitment to quality assurance ensures reliable performance in your most demanding synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its properties, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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