Description

1,2-Dibromo-4,5-bis(octyloxy)benzene is a high-purity, synthetic organic intermediate characterized by its brominated aromatic core flanked by long-chain alkoxy groups. This molecular structure is critical for its role as a versatile building block in advanced material synthesis, offering specific reactivity and solubility profiles. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core or side-chain component in the production of specialty organic electronic materials due to its stable, substituted benzene structure.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce bromine functionality and alter the thermal or mechanical properties of engineering plastics.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Functions as a reagent or ligand scaffold in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other sophisticated synthetic transformations.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry, material science, and synthetic methodology development.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,2-Dibromo-4,5-bis(octyloxy)benzene
CAS No.	118132-04-0
Molecular Formula	C22H36Br2O2
Molecular Weight	508.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Bis(octyloxy)-1,2-dibromobenzene; 1,2-Dibromo-4,5-dioctyloxybenzene; Benzene, 1,2-dibromo-4,5-bis(octyloxy)-; 118132-04-0; NSC 339586
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromo-4,5-bis(octyloxy)benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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