Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Iodo-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromomethyl and iodo substituents on the benzoate core, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical R&D departments engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly for introducing halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the halogenated benzoate structure is key to biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine and bromine atoms provide distinct sites for selective metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds or probes for studying biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Iodo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	861840-51-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrIO2
Molecular Weight	354.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-iodobenzoate; 6-Iodo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Bromomethyl-6-iodobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-6-iodo-, methyl ester; Methyl 6-iodo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzoic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Iodo-, Methyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for research and development purposes. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥95% (by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results for purity, identity, and impurities are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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