Description

4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a protected phenolic hydroxyl group, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the bromine atom facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Utilized to create specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in medicinal chemistry and material science research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	72135-36-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-4-bromobenzoic Acid; 4-Bromo-o-anisic Acid; 4-Bromo-2-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-methoxy-; 4-Bromo-2-methoxy-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
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.