Description

2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-6-Methylaniline is a halogenated aniline derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its reactive amine and bromine functional groups. This compound is critical for introducing specific molecular motifs into complex chemical architectures, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated aniline core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromine atom facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants, contributing to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where electronic properties are modified by the methoxy and bromine substituents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or Buchwald-Hartwig amination for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-6-Methylaniline
CAS No.	1100394-71-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10BrNO
Molecular Weight	216.08 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-bromo-4-methoxyaniline; 2-Bromo-4-methoxy-6-methylbenzenamine; 4-Methoxy-2-bromo-6-methylaniline; 1-Amino-2-bromo-4-methoxy-6-methylbenzene; Benzenamine, 2-bromo-4-methoxy-6-methyl-; Aniline, 2-bromo-4-methoxy-6-methyl-; 2-Bromo-4-methoxy-6-methyl-phenylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-6-Methylaniline 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. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.