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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>5-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester</strong> is a specialized halogenated intermediate used in organic synthesis. Its molecular formula is C<sub>9</sub>H<sub>7</sub>Br<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>. This compound serves as a critical building block for pharmaceutical APIs and agrochemicals, typically produced via bromination of methyl 2-methyl-5-bromobenzoate.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Pharmaceutical manufacturing for heterocyclic drug scaffolds.</li>
<li>Synthesis of advanced agrochemical fungicides and herbicides.</li>
<li>Production of high-performance liquid crystal materials.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and oxidizers. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to corrosive and irritant properties. Do not use in direct human ingestion applications without rigorous purification.</p>