Description

1-Bromo-4-((2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl)Benzene is a high-purity, functionalized aromatic bromide intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a flexible polyether side chain, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require precise and reliable intermediates for coupling reactions and polymer modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules requiring aryl-ether linkages or as a handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its aromatic core and ether functionality contribute to biological activity and physicochemical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystals and charge-transport layers in OLED displays, due to its potential for fine-tuning molecular geometry and polarity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to introduce bromine functionality for flame retardancy or to add hydrophilic polyether segments, altering solubility and thermal properties of specialty resins and coatings.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of sophisticated phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for asymmetric catalysis, leveraging the bromine atom for precise metallation or further substitution.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D chemists exploring new synthetic methodologies, supramolecular chemistry, or the creation of novel molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4-((2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl)Benzene
CAS No.	166959-29-1
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	245.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromobenzyl 2-Methoxyethyl Ether; 1-Bromo-4-(2-methoxyethoxymethyl)benzene; p-Bromobenzyl 2-Methoxyethyl Ether; [4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl] 2-Methoxyethyl Ether; (2-Methoxyethoxy)methyl-4-bromobenzene; 4-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)methyl]bromobenzene; 1-Bromo-4-[(2-methoxyethoxy)methyl]benzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Bromo-4-((2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl)Benzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards through rigorous analytical controls, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow 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.