Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Bromo-2-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester compound, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy functional groups, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromo-aryl or methoxy-aryl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its bromine atom facilitates further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions as an electrophilic component in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Bromo-2-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	99552-78-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Bromo-2-(2-methoxyphenyl)acetate; α-Bromo-2-methoxyphenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Bromo-2-(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromo-o-methoxyphenylacetate; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(bromo)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Bromo(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; o-Methoxy-α-bromophenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Bromo-2-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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