Description

Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and cyano substituents, which enable precise molecular construction in complex organic frameworks. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer & Specialty Chemical Modification: Functional monomer for introducing bromo and cyano groups into polymer backbones to alter physical and chemical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex heterocycles and other organic targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoate
CAS No.	942598-44-9
Molecular Formula	C9H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	240.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-4-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-cyano-, methyl ester; 4-Cyano-3-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyano-3-bromobenzoate; 942598-44-9; Methyl ester of 3-bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.