Description

4-Bromo-2-Methoxy-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoic acid derivative characterized by its distinct bromo and methoxy substituents. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic semiconductors and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core structure for creating molecular probes and diagnostic agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methoxy-6-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	877149-08-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-methoxy-6-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-6-methyl-4-bromobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-methoxy-6-methyl-; 877149-08-1; 4-Bromo-2-methoxy-6-methyl-benzoic acid; 4-Br-2-MeO-6-Me-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-Methoxy-6-Methylbenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for reliable, batch-to-batch consistency required in advanced R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.