Description

1,4-Dibromo-2-isopropoxybenzene is a high-purity brominated aromatic ether building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a substituted benzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromo and alkoxy functionalities are critical.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for tagging or modifying biomolecules in research due to its reactive bromine sites.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences and electronics sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2-isopropoxybenzene
CAS No.	1369842-73-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	293.98 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropoxy-1,4-dibromobenzene; 1,4-Dibromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)benzene; Benzene, 1,4-dibromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)-; 1,4-Dibromo-2-(propan-2-yloxy)benzene; p-Dibromo-o-isopropoxybenzene; 2-(Isopropoxy)-1,4-dibromobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2-isopropoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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