Description

Ethyl4-(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its reactive bromomethyl and nitro functional groups. This compound is critical for facilitating complex molecular transformations in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams engaged in the creation of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the research of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the synthesis of probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and pharmacological studies.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile building block for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the research and development of specialized nitro-aromatic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl4-(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	96315-16-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrNO4
Molecular Weight	288.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(Bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzoate; 3-Nitro-4-(bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(bromomethyl)-3-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-nitro-4-(bromomethyl)benzoate; 4-(Bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; 96315-16-1; Ethyl 4-bromomethyl-3-nitrobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl4-(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each 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 should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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