Description

Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring bromo, hydroxy, and nitro substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for developing anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or CNS-active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its functionalized aromatic core.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, leveraging its nitro and hydroxy groups for chromophore development.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	773136-20-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO5
Molecular Weight	290.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitro-, ethyl ester; 3-Nitro-5-bromosalicylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-nitro-5-bromosalicylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after the original container has been opened. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.