Description

2-Bromo-3-Bromomethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional brominated aromatic ester that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex organic frameworks, particularly in advanced 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 seeking to introduce specific bromine functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromine atoms act as leaving groups or modify bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized monomers for polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for introducing bromomethyl and ester groups in multi-step synthetic sequences for complex natural products or dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Bromomethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	750585-90-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	321.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Bromo-3-(bromomethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; 3-(Bromomethyl)-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; 2-Bromo-3-bromomethyl methyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Bromomethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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