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Methyl 4-(bromomethyl)benzoate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Methyl 4-(bromomethyl)benzoate is used in the preparation of potential anti-HIV agents. It i s also used as a catalyst for rearrangement of benzylthiothiazoline derivatives in the preparation aldose reductase inhibitors.
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Methyl 4-(bromomethyl)benzoate is used in the preparation of potential anti-HIV agents. It i s also used as a catalyst for rearrangement of benzylthiothiazoline derivatives in the preparation aldose reductase inhibitors.
Solubility
Lowly soluble in water, highly soluble in ethanol and ether, not soluble in halogenated organic solvents
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Air sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 53°C to 58°C |
Boiling Point | 130°C to 135°C (2 mmHg) |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN1759 |
Beilstein | 1867272 |
Synonym | methyl 4-bromomethyl benzoate, 4-bromomethylbenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl4-bromomethyl benzoate, benzoic acid, 4-bromomethyl-, methyl ester, 4-bromomethyl benzoic acid methyl ester, p-methoxycarbonyl benzyl bromide, methyl p-bromomethyl benzoate, 4-bromomethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, 4-carbomethoxybenzyl bromide |
Solubility Information | Lowly soluble in water,highly soluble in ethanol and ether,not soluble in halogenated organic solvents |
Formula Weight | 229.07 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Methyl 4- (bromomethyl)benzoate |
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