Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Ethoxybenzene is a versatile aromatic building block characterized by its bromomethyl and ethoxy functional groups. This compound is crucial for organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with ethoxybenzene or benzyl bromide motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Derivatization: Useful for protecting group chemistry and as a reagent for alkylation in complex multi-step syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Ethoxybenzene
CAS No.	2606-57-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxybenzyl Bromide; p-Ethoxybenzyl Bromide; (4-Ethoxyphenyl)methyl Bromide; 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-ethoxy-Benzene; α-Bromo-4-ethoxy toluene; Bromomethyl 4-ethoxyphenyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Ethoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every 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). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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