Description

1,2-Bis(Benzyloxy)-4-Bromobenzene is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for use as a key building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A versatile building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a brominated diphenyl ether core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry, leveraging the benzyloxy and bromo functional groups for further modification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where its aromatic structure and halogen atom are crucial.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a key substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) due to the presence of the bromine atom.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Benzyloxy)-4-Bromobenzene
CAS No.	16047-57-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₇BrO₂
Molecular Weight	369.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-1,2-bis(benzyloxy)benzene; 1,2-Dibenzyloxy-4-bromobenzene; 4-Bromobenzene-1,2-diol dibenzyl ether; 4-Bromocatechol dibenzyl ether; 4-Bromo-1,2-dihydroxybenzene dibenzyl ether; 1,2-Bis(phenylmethoxy)-4-bromobenzene; Benzene, 1,2-bis(benzyloxy)-4-bromo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(Benzyloxy)-4-Bromobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.