Description

2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzyl Bromide 97 is a high-purity benzyl bromide derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its dual reactive sites, making it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with benzyl-protected amine or phenol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the methoxy and bromo substituents are leveraged for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzyl Bromide 97
CAS No.	19614-12-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	279.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-2-bromo-5-methoxybenzene; 5-Methoxy-2-bromobenzyl Bromide; α,2-Dibromo-5-methoxytoluene; (2-Bromo-5-methoxyphenyl)methyl Bromide; 2-Bromo-5-methoxybenzylbromide; 2-Bromo-5-methoxy-α-bromotoluene; Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-2-bromo-5-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methoxybenzyl Bromide 97 is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the specified purity of 97% (minimum) and confirm identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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