Description

3-Bromo-2-Chloroanisole is a high-purity halogenated anisole derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in complex organic synthesis. Its precise molecular structure makes it an essential building block for constructing sophisticated chemical architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel compounds with specific biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific halogen-substituted aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromo-chloro-methoxy substitution pattern is crucial for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Chloroanisole
CAS No.	174913-11-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	221.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-chloro-3-methoxybenzene; 2-Chloro-3-bromoanisole; 3-Bromo-2-chloromethoxybenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-2-chloro-3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-2-chlorobromobenzene; 2-Chloro-3-methoxybromobenzene; (2-Chloro-3-bromophenyl) methyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Chloroanisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.