Description

4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzeneacetic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a modifiable acetic acid side chain on a methylated benzene ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine atom facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional aromatic groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like thermal stability or solubility.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard reagent in methodological studies and scale-up process optimization for fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzeneacetic Acid
CAS No.	853796-39-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Bromo-2-methylbenzeneacetic Acid; (4-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Bromo-o-tolylacetic Acid; p-Bromo-o-methylphenylacetic Acid; 853796-39-1; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-benzenacetic acid; α-(4-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzeneacetic Acid 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 Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials and are properly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.