Description

2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic building block characterized by its reactive bromomethyl and carboxylic acid functional groups. This bifunctional nature makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzyl-bromide or benzoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its aromatic structure is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties such as adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and cross-coupling reactions, to construct more complex organic architectures.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel organic materials and frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	786593-22-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid; o-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Bromomethyl-benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-; α-Bromo-o-toluic acid; (2-Bromomethyl)phenylcarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxybenzyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to support regulatory submissions in target markets.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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