Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromo and a formyl substituent on the benzoate core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating complex heterocycles and functionalized aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive sites allow for selective derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom synthesis houses serving the biotechnology and electronics industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoate
CAS No.	90484-52-9
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-4-formylbenzoate; 2-Bromo-4-(methoxycarbonyl)benzaldehyde; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-formyl-, methyl ester; 4-Formyl-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-formyl-2-bromobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GLP and cGMP environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, reducing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.