Description

2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)-1-Ethoxybenzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic ether and halogenated intermediate. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both bromine and tert-butyl functional groups. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery and process chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogen and bulky substituent.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where specific steric and electronic properties are required.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)-1-Ethoxybenzene
CAS No.	1096679-03-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇BrO
Molecular Weight	257.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-ethoxy-5-tert-butylbenzene; 5-tert-Butyl-2-bromophenetole; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butylphenetole; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromophenetole; 2-Bromo-1-ethoxy-4-tert-butylbenzene; 1-Ethoxy-2-bromo-4-tert-butylbenzene; 5-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromo-1-ethoxybenzene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)-1-Ethoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for each lot to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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