Description

Benzene, 4-(Bromomethyl)-1-Methoxy-2-(3-Methoxypropoxy)- is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound with the CAS number 172900-73-1. This chemical serves as a versatile and valuable advanced intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for drug discovery and active ingredient formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its bromomethyl and ether functionalities are critical.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, solubility, or cross-linking capability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research labs for methodology development and catalytic reaction studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 4-(Bromomethyl)-1-Methoxy-2-(3-Methoxypropoxy)-
CAS No.	172900-73-1
Molecular Formula	C12H17BrO3
Molecular Weight	289.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)-1-Methoxy-2-(3-Methoxypropoxy)benzene; 1-Methoxy-2-(3-methoxypropoxy)-4-(bromomethyl)benzene; 2-Bromo-5-methoxy-4-(3-methoxypropoxy)benzyl alcohol (precursor form); 4-Bromomethyl-1-methoxy-2-(3-methoxypropoxy)benzene; 1-Methoxy-4-(bromomethyl)-2-(3-methoxypropoxy)benzene; Benzene, 1-methoxy-4-(bromomethyl)-2-(3-methoxypropoxy)-; [172900-73-1]
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Quality Control

Our Benzene, 4-(Bromomethyl)-1-Methoxy-2-(3-Methoxypropoxy)- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP for pharmaceutical intermediates and aligns with ISO 9001 standards for reliable supply.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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