Description

1-Bromo-3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a phenoxymethyl group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a bromoaryl ether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its aromatic structure is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for the creation of advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional aromatic groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like thermal stability or refractive index.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for creating complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	20600-29-7
Molecular Formula	C13H11BrO
Molecular Weight	263.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromobenzyl Phenyl Ether; 1-Bromo-3-(phenoxymethyl)benzene; m-Bromobenzyl Phenyl Ether; (3-Bromophenyl)methyl Phenyl Ether; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-(phenoxymethyl)-; Phenol, (3-bromobenzyl) ether; NSC 163081
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is available for every shipment upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.