Description

Benzyl 2-Bromoethyl Ether is a versatile brominated ether compound, primarily utilized as a key alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the benzyl-protected 2-bromoethoxy functional group, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring ether-linked side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive bromine atom facilitates key coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer backbones or side chains, altering material properties like solubility or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2) to form carbon-oxygen and carbon-nitrogen bonds.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 2-Bromoethyl Ether
CAS No.	1462-37-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyl Benzyl Ether; (2-Bromoethoxy)methyl]benzene; Benzyl β-Bromoethyl Ether; 1-Bromo-2-(benzyloxy)ethane; NSC 403119; BBE; Phenmethyl 2-bromoethyl ether
EINECS	215-960-9

Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2-Bromoethyl Ether is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the consistency and reliability required for your sensitive R&D and manufacturing processes.

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 compound is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.530 - 1.540
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.40 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.