Description

Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methoxybenzoate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromomethyl and ester functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex organic frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring benzyl or aryl ether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic monomers and functional polymers for advanced material applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A critical reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies engaged in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	74733-27-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-4-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Methoxy-4-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(bromomethyl)-2-methoxy-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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