Description

2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Propanoic Acid is a specialized brominated aryloxy propanoic acid derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a reactive bromine atom and a carboxylic acid functional group for selective derivatization and coupling reactions. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxypropanoic acid backbone.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a versatile precursor in medicinal chemistry for creating potential drug candidates, especially in projects targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic framework (MOF) construction.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing specific bromo-aryl groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of the bromine substituent.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	926252-65-5
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxy)propanoic acid; α-(2-Bromo-p-tolyloxy)propionic Acid; 2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxypropanoic Acid; Propanoic acid, 2-(2-bromo-4-methylphenoxy)-; 2-(2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxy)propionic Acid; 2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxy-2-propanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet the exacting standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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