Description

4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylanisole is a high-purity brominated aromatic ether, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which allows for selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a sterically hindered, brominated anisole core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its bromine atom enables further coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its aromatic and ether functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: A crucial starting material for synthesizing more complex brominated compounds, dyes, and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylanisole
CAS No.	14804-38-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-bromoanisole; 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethyl-1-methoxybenzene; Anisole, 4-bromo-2,6-dimethyl-; 3,5-Dimethyl-4-bromoanisole; 4-Bromo-3,5-dimethylanisole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylanisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, guaranteeing consistency and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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