Description

Benzoyl Bromide, 2-Methoxy- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic bromide derivative, recognized for its utility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive benzoyl bromide moiety, which can be strategically functionalized, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring methoxy-substituted benzoyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where specific aromatic substitution patterns are required for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed in the creation of monomers for specialty polymers, including liquid crystals and high-performance resins.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes for producing complex fragrance and dye intermediates.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Bromide, 2-Methoxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	151093-32-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxybenzoyl Bromide; o-Methoxybenzoyl Bromide; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(oxo)methyl Bromide; 2-Methoxybenzoic Acid Bromide; Bromo(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone; α-Bromo-2-methoxyacetophenone (incorrect but common misnomer); Benzoyl bromide, 2-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzoyl Bromide, 2-Methoxy- (9Ci) is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.