CAS 79670-17-0

methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

Description:

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzoate moiety with bromine substituents. The presence of bromine atoms enhances its reactivity, making it useful in various chemical synthesis applications, particularly in the field of medicinal chemistry and material science. This compound features a methyl ester functional group, contributing to its solubility in organic solvents and its potential as a precursor in further chemical transformations. The bromomethyl group provides sites for nucleophilic substitution reactions, allowing for the introduction of diverse functional groups. Its molecular structure can influence its physical properties, such as melting and boiling points, as well as its reactivity patterns. Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate is typically handled with care due to the presence of bromine, which can pose health and environmental risks. As with many halogenated compounds, it is important to consider its behavior in biological systems and its potential environmental impact.

Formula: C₉H₈Br₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1/C9H8Br2O2/c1-13-9(12)8-4-7(11)3-2-6(8)5-10/h2-4H,5H2,1H3

SMILES: COC(=O)c1cc(ccc1CBr)Br

Synonyms:

• Benzoic Acid, 5-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-, Methyl Ester
• Methyl-5-brom-2-(brommethyl)benzoat

methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

CAS: 79670-17-0

Formula: C₉H₈Br₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 307.9666

Ref: IN-DA0036GC

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

CAS: 79670-17-0

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

Formula: C₉H₈Br₂O₂

Purity: ≥95%

Color and Shape: pale yellow solid

Molecular weight: 307.97g/mol

Ref: 54-OR400313

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

CAS: 79670-17-0

Formula: C₉H₈Br₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 307.969

Ref: 10-F220076

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate

CAS: 79670-17-0

Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate (5BMB) is a synthetic chemical that can be prepared by anionic bromination of methyl benzoate. The reaction proceeds with high efficiency and the product is obtained in good yields. 5BMB has been used as a target compound for X-ray diffraction studies, which have shown its structural properties.

Formula: C₉H₈Br₂O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 307.98 g/mol

Ref: 3D-EDA67017