Description

2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile and synthetically valuable aromatic aldehyde building block. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and methoxy substituents for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block for synthesizing conjugated molecules and polymers for applications in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of advanced colorants and functional dyes with specific light-absorption properties.
• Academic and Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and functional group transformation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1308649-72-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-3-methyl-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-5-methoxy-m-tolualdehyde; 3-Methyl-5-methoxy-2-bromobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-methoxy-3-methyl-; 1308649-72-0; 2-Bromo-5-methoxy-3-methyl-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each 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 every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research and development specifications.

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 material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.