Description

3-(3-Bromo-3-Butenyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic intermediate featuring both a benzoic acid moiety and a reactive bromoalkenyl side chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for constructing novel active ingredients and by material scientists exploring new functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel small-molecule drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties for specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromoalkenyl group is amenable to various palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research in universities and corporate R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-(3-Bromo-3-Butenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	732249-31-9
Molecular Formula	C11H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	255.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Bromobut-3-en-1-yl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(3-bromo-3-butenyl)-; 3-(3-Bromobut-3-enyl)benzoic acid; m-(3-Bromo-3-butenyl)benzoic Acid; 3-(3-Bromobut-3-enyl)benzoic acid; 732249-31-9; 3-(3-Bromoallyl)benzoic acid (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(3-Bromo-3-Butenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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