Description

1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene is a versatile aryl bromide building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the combination of a reactive bromine substituent and a sterically hindered isopropoxy group, enabling selective coupling reactions and functional group transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki, Negishi, or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atom serves as a handle for further derivatization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating complex aromatic cores in advanced electronic and display materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones or used to create functional monomers for specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene
CAS No.	131738-73-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromophenyl Isopropyl Ether; m-Bromophenyl Isopropyl Ether; 3-Isopropoxybromobenzene; 1-Bromo-3-(1-methylethoxy)benzene; 3-Bromo-1-isopropoxybenzene; Isopropyl 3-Bromophenyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the exact specifications and test results. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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