Description

2-Bromo-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-halogenated aromatic ester serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile, functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the life sciences sector who require precise building blocks for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogen substituents for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution, enabling complex molecule construction.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	943975-32-4
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrCl2O2
Molecular Weight	284.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Bromo-4,6-dichlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4,6-dichloro-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-4,6-dichlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-4,6-dichlorobenzoate; 943975-32-4; 2-Br-4,6-diCl-benzoic acid Me ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.