Description

4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzimidic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing benzimidazole or related heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and optimization of new crop protection agents, including fungicides and herbicides.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile electrophile or building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzimidic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	887592-04-3
Molecular Formula	C11H12BrNO2
Molecular Weight	270.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-methyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-7-carboxylate; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-7-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-Bromo-2-methylbenzimidic acid ethyl ester; 887592-04-3; Ethyl 4-bromo-2-methylbenzimidate; Benzo[d]imidazole-7-carboxylic acid, 4-bromo-2-methyl-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzimidic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment and are 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 (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

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%
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.