Description

1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Nitrobenzene is a versatile brominated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive bromoethyl side chain and a nitro group, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a functionalized phenethylamine backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro and bromo functionalities enable further derivatization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organic and organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex nitroaromatic dyes and colorants.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways in nitroarene and halide chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	16793-89-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromoethyl)nitrobenzene; o-Nitro-β-bromoethylbenzene; 2-Nitro-β-bromoethylbenzene; 1-Bromo-2-(2-nitrophenyl)ethane; (2-Nitrophenyl)ethyl bromide; β-Bromo-2-nitroethylbenzene; 2-Nitrophenethyl bromide
EINECS	240-842-0

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Nitrobenzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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