Description

1-Bromo-5-Iodo-4-Methoxy-2-Methyl-Benzene is a high-purity, multi-halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring complex halogenated benzene cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromine and iodine atoms offer sites for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor in the development of organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of both bromine and iodine leaving groups.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized halogenated dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-5-Iodo-4-Methoxy-2-Methyl-Benzene
CAS No.	1511204-36-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrIO
Molecular Weight	326.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-Iodo-4-Methoxytoluene; 4-Methoxy-2-methyl-1-bromo-5-iodobenzene; 5-Iodo-2-bromo-4-methoxytoluene; 1-Bromo-5-iodo-4-methoxy-2-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-5-iodo-4-methoxy-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4-methoxy-1-bromo-5-iodobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-5-Iodo-4-Methoxy-2-Methyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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