Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.-Formyl-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both bromo and formyl substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with precise functionality. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring bromoaryl or formyl ester motifs for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable substrate for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Utilized in methodological studies and as a benchmark compound in organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.-Formyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	91632-23-4
Molecular Formula	C11H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	271.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Bromo-.Alpha.-Formylbenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxoacetate; 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Bromomandelic Acid Ethyl Ester; .Alpha.-Formyl-4-Bromobenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-Bromophenyl)(oxo)acetate; 91632-23-4; 4-Bromobenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzeneacetic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.-Formyl-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for industrial and research use.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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