Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-, 2-Bromoethyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound matters for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Industries that require high-purity, functionalized building blocks for research and production, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and liquid crystal/polymer synthesis, are the primary users of this chemical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromoethyl ester group introduces specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a critical monomer or intermediate in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a scaffold for creating complex molecular architectures.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized brominated dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-, 2-Bromoethyl Ester
CAS No.	850473-96-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O2
Molecular Weight	307.97 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyl 4-Bromobenzoate; 4-Bromobenzoic Acid 2-Bromoethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-bromo-, 4-bromobenzoate; p-Bromobenzoic Acid 2-Bromoethyl Ester; 2-Bromoethyl p-Bromobenzoate; Benzoic acid, p-bromo-, 2-bromoethyl ester; (2-Bromoethoxy)(4-bromophenyl)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Bromo-, 2-Bromoethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if prolonged exposure is anticipated during use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.