Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Nitronaphthalene is a versatile halogenated nitronaphthalene derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and an electron-withdrawing nitro substituent, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in constructing naphthalene-based scaffolds for therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bioactive nitronaphthalene core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive bromomethyl group facilitates further functionalization through nucleophilic substitution, enabling the creation of diverse chemical libraries.
• Materials Science Precursor: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in various metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form complex biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Nitronaphthalene
CAS No.	16855-41-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₈BrNO₂
Molecular Weight	266.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-1-(bromomethyl)naphthalene; 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-nitronaphthalene; 4-Nitro-1-naphthalenemethyl bromide; (4-Nitro-1-naphthyl)methyl bromide; p-Nitro-α-bromomethylnaphthalene; α-Bromo-4-nitronaphthalenemethane; Bromo(4-nitronaphthalen-1-yl)methane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Nitronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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