Description

1-(4-Bromomethyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile and high-value brominated aromatic ester building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which enables efficient functionalization and chain extension, making it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those containing cyclopropane and aromatic motifs, such as enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane ring can confer specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel monomers or cross-linkers for advanced polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or affinity probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Bromomethyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	873372-30-6
Molecular Formula	C12H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	269.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 1-[4-(bromomethyl)phenyl]cyclopropanecarboxylate; 1-[4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl]cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 4-(Bromomethyl)benzenecyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 1-[4-(bromomethyl)phenyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl 1-(4-bromomethylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(4-Bromomethyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

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.