Description

Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its value lies in its versatile halogenated aromatic ester structure, which serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated benzoate core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronics.
• Organic Synthesis & Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) for constructing complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom chemical libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate
CAS No.	933672-18-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrClO2
Molecular Weight	263.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-chlorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-bromo-6-chlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-chloro-, ethyl ester; 6-Chloro-2-bromobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl o-bromo-m-chlorobenzoate; 933672-18-5; Ethyl 2-bromo-6-chloro-benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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

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