Description

Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylbenzoate is a versatile brominated aromatic ester that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and chain extension, making it indispensable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzyl or substituted benzyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty fine chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	74733-28-1
Molecular Formula	C11H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	255.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-4-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(bromomethyl)-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromomethyl-2-methylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylbenzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is characterized by modern analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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