Description

Ethyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Hydroxy-4-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity synthetic organic intermediate characterized by its reactive bromomethyl and phenolic hydroxyl functional groups. This compound is critical for facilitating complex molecular transformations in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with benzofuran or substituted benzophenone cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where its structure serves as a precursor for bioactive molecules.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals, leveraging its aromatic and functional group diversity.
• Chemical Biology: Acts as a versatile scaffold or linker in probe and conjugate synthesis for biochemical research and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and etherification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Hydroxy-4-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	74149-60-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO4
Molecular Weight	289.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-6-hydroxy-4-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 74149-60-3; Ethyl 2-bromomethyl-6-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Hydroxy-4-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided for every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber glass, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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