Description

Methyl2-(Bromomethyl)-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate CAS NO 875895-66-2 is a high-value, multi-functional organic building block characterized by its reactive bromomethyl and electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl groups. This compound is essential for facilitating complex molecular transformations in advanced synthetic chemistry, offering a critical balance of reactivity and stability for precise modifications. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing complex molecules in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring trifluoromethylated or halogenated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the benzoate scaffold and fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functionalized polymers for advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl2-(Bromomethyl)-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	875895-66-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrF3O2
Molecular Weight	297.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl α-Bromo-5-(trifluoromethyl)ortho-toluate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl2-(Bromomethyl)-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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 acids and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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