5-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

It serves as the precursor for the “A-ring” portion (aromatic part) of the diarylmethane structure, which is subsequently coupled with a glucose-derived component to form the final active pharmaceutical ingredient. 5-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is a key raw material used in the industrial synthesis of Luseogliflozin (TS-071), a selective SGLT2 inhibitor used for treating type 2 diabetes.

API Name Luseogliflozin
CAS No 875245-69-5
Molecular Formula C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight 245.07 g/mol
Synonyms 5-bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

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