Description

Methyl 5-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzoate is a high-purity aromatic ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing substituted benzoate or biphenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzoate
CAS No.	79669-50-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-bromo-o-toluate; 2-Methyl-5-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate; 5-Bromo-2-methyl methyl benzoate; o-Toluic acid, 5-bromo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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