Description

4-Bromophenoxyacetaldehyde Diethylacetal is a versatile brominated aromatic acetal building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in serving as a protected aldehyde precursor, enabling the controlled introduction of the 4-bromophenoxyacetaldehyde moiety into complex molecular architectures under mild conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries engaged in developing active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromophenoxy group confers specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A critical reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromophenoxyacetaldehyde Diethylacetal
CAS No.	112598-18-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇BrO₃
Molecular Weight	289.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxy-2-(4-bromophenoxy)ethane; 2-(4-Bromophenoxy)-1,1-diethoxyethane; 4-Bromophenoxyacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Acetaldehyde, 2-(4-bromophenoxy)-, diethyl acetal; Diethyl [2-(4-bromophenoxy)ethylidene] orthoformate; (4-Bromophenoxy)acetaldehyde diethyl acetal
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromophenoxyacetaldehyde Diethylacetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our commitment to quality assurance ensures reliable performance in your critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.