Description

Bromomethyl Methyl Ether is a versatile and highly reactive alkylating agent widely used in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the methoxymethyl (MOM) protecting group, a critical step in the multi-step synthesis of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular construction is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for introducing protecting groups in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural products.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where specific ether linkages are required.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty organic compounds.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Methylation Reactions: Serves as a methylating agent in various organic transformations to modify molecular structure and properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromomethyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	13057-17-5
Molecular Formula	C2H5BrO
Molecular Weight	124.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methoxymethyl Bromide; Bromomethoxymethane; Methyl Bromomethyl Ether; MOM-Br; (Bromomethoxy)methane; α-Bromodimethyl Ether; Bromo(methoxy)methane
EINECS	235-946-8

Quality Control

Our Bromomethyl Methyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, and our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and handled with appropriate precautions to prevent vapor release. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.50 - 1.55 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 88-90°C

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