Description

Ethyl 3-Bromomethylphenoxyacetate is a versatile brominated aromatic ester intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive bromomethyl and ester functional groups, which enable precise chemical modifications for building complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the phenoxyacetate moiety is critical.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers, altering their physical properties for specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromomethylphenoxyacetate
CAS No.	74232-79-4
Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO3
Molecular Weight	287.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (3-(bromomethyl)phenoxy)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(3-(bromomethyl)phenoxy)-, ethyl ester; 3-Bromomethylphenoxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-(Bromomethyl)phenoxyacetate; Ethyl α-((3-(Bromomethyl)phenyl)oxy)acetate; Ethyl 2-(3-(Bromomethyl)phenoxy)acetate; Phenoxyacetic acid, 3-(bromomethyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromomethylphenoxyacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and GC for residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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