Description

2-Bromoethyl Benzoate is a versatile organic ester and alkylating agent, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce the 2-bromoethyl functional group, enabling the construction of complex molecules for research and industrial applications. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical development, and materials science, where precise molecular modification is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring ethyl-linked benzoate or bromoalkyl moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators as an alkylating agent.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for nucleophilic substitution reactions, esterifications, and the preparation of more complex benzoate derivatives.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of certain aromatic esters used in specialty fragrance compositions.
• Chemical Research: Valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and process development for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromoethyl Benzoate
CAS No.	939-54-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethanol, 2-bromo-, benzoate; Benzoic acid 2-bromoethyl ester; 2-Bromoethyl benzenecarboxylate; β-Bromoethyl benzoate; NSC 401579; Phenylethyl bromoacetate (related); Glycol bromobenzoate
EINECS	213-363-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromoethyl Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

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 bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index	1.540 - 1.550
Density	1.40 - 1.45 g/mL

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