Description

2-Bromo-6-(2-Methylpropoxy)Naphthalene is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a naphthalene core functionalized with bromine and an isobutoxy group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for constructing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or other therapeutics targeting cyclooxygenase enzymes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a substituted naphthalene scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure or side-chain component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to its rigid, planar geometry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability or specific optical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing high-performance, light-fast dyes and pigments where bromination and alkoxylation are critical steps.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution for academic and industrial research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-(2-Methylpropoxy)Naphthalene
CAS No.	1363386-56-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₅BrO
Molecular Weight	291.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-isobutoxynaphthalene; 6-Bromo-2-(2-methylpropoxy)naphthalene; 2-Bromo-6-(2-methylprop-1-oxy)naphthalene; 1-Bromo-5-(2-methylpropoxy)naphthalene (alternative numbering); Naphthalene, 2-bromo-6-(2-methylpropoxy)-; Isobutyl 6-bromo-2-naphthyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-6-(2-Methylpropoxy)Naphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure compliance with stringent purity specifications and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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