Description

1,3-Dibromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)-5-methylbenzene is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine substituents and an isopropoxy group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with precise electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine atoms and ether linkage are essential for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing advanced halogenated dyes and organic pigments with enhanced lightfastness and color properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in university and CRO laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dibromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)-5-methylbenzene
CAS No.	1310416-53-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12Br2O
Molecular Weight	308.01 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-2-isopropoxy-5-methylbenzene; 2,6-Dibromo-3-isopropoxytoluene; 5-Methyl-1,3-dibromo-2-isopropoxybenzene; 1-Methylethyl 2,6-dibromo-3-methylphenyl ether; Isopropyl 2,6-dibromo-3-methylphenyl ether; 2-(1-Methylethoxy)-1,3-dibromo-5-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dibromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)-5-methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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