Description

2,4-Dibromobenzeneacetic Acid is a versatile brominated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and material science industries who require high-purity, functionalized intermediates for coupling reactions and derivatization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing dibrominated phenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers requiring brominated aromatic units.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A key starting material for producing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromobenzeneacetic Acid
CAS No.	98434-44-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O2
Molecular Weight	293.94 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2,4-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; α-(2,4-Dibromophenyl)acetic Acid; NSC 403119; Benzeneacetic acid, 2,4-dibromo-; 2,4-Dibromo-benzeneacetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromobenzeneacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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