Description

2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzene is a high-purity, multi-functional brominated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides multiple reactive sites for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as intermediate synthesis and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing complex aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic electronic materials and polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules for studying biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific brominated motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	164513-49-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	294.0 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(bromomethyl)-4-methoxy-5-methylbenzene; 2,5-Dibromo-4-methoxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene (isomer check); 5-Methoxy-3-methyl-1,2-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 1-(Bromomethyl)-2-bromo-5-methoxy-3-methylbenzene; 2-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-5-methoxy-3-methyl-benzene; 2-Bromo-α-(bromomethyl)-5-methoxy-3-methyltoluene; 164513-49-9; 2-Bromo-1-bromomethyl-5-methoxy-3-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a critical synthetic intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual unknown impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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