Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Formylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block designed for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromo and formyl substituents, which enable precise and versatile chemical modifications. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate or benzaldehyde motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and aldehyde functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where specific aromatic ester structures are required.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: An essential building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse R&D projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Formylbenzoate
CAS No.	750585-94-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-3-formylbenzoate; 3-Formyl-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3-formyl-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-3-(methoxycarbonyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Formylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to supply reliability and traceability supports your R&D and scale-up 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize prolonged exposure to light.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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