Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-2-(2-Cyanophenyl)Acetate is a versatile and high-purity brominated aromatic ester, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and cyano functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive bromine atom for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the research of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the 2-cyanophenylacetate moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-2-(2-Cyanophenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	885953-43-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	254.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl α-bromo-2-cyanophenylacetate; Methyl (2-bromo-2-(2-cyanophenyl))acetate; 2-Cyanophenylbromoacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-2-(2-cyanophenyl)ethanoate; (2-Cyanophenyl)(bromo)acetic acid methyl ester; Bromo(2-cyanophenyl)acetic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-2-(2-Cyanophenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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