Description

5-(1-Bromoethyl)-6-Nitrobenzo[D][1,3]Dioxole is a specialized halogenated nitrobenzodioxole derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a reactive bromoethyl group and a nitro-substituted benzodioxole core, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, where the benzodioxole moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating novel organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysts, or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Development: Employed in the design of molecular probes and tags due to the reactivity of the bromoethyl group for further functionalization.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(1-Bromoethyl)-6-Nitrobenzo[D][1,3]Dioxole
CAS No.	1551078-87-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO4
Molecular Weight	274.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(1-Bromoethyl)-6-nitro-1,3-benzodioxole; 6-Nitro-5-(1-bromoethyl)-1,3-benzodioxole; 1,3-Benzodioxole, 5-(1-bromoethyl)-6-nitro-; 1551078-87-5; 5-(α-Bromoethyl)-6-nitrobenzo[d][1,3]dioxole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(1-Bromoethyl)-6-Nitrobenzo[D][1,3]Dioxole is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and compliance with research-grade standards. 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
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.