Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoate ester derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block for complex molecule synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active molecules and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Versatile substrate for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and other metal-catalyzed transformations in research laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	87808-28-4
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-5-methoxy-p-toluate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-5-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Methyl-5-methoxy-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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