Description

2-Bromomethyl-4-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a nitro-substituted aromatic ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a nitro-aromatic or benzyl-bromide moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing functionalized benzyl groups into more complex molecular architectures in research and development.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced organic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromomethyl-4-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	89001-54-7
Molecular Formula	C11H12BrNO4
Molecular Weight	302.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-4-nitrobenzoate; 4-Nitro-2-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-4-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-nitro-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 2-Bromomethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; 89001-54-7; NSC 402796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromomethyl-4-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with rigorous internal specifications, which are designed to meet the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical 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). 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%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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