Description

1-Bromo-4-Ethoxynaphthalene is a high-purity brominated naphthalene derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive halogen site and a stable ethoxy-substituted aromatic system, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials in electronic displays.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Useful for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4-Ethoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	20900-22-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁BrO
Molecular Weight	251.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-1-ethoxynaphthalene; 1-Ethoxy-4-bromonaphthalene; 4-Ethoxy-1-bromonaphthalene; NSC 406908; 1-Bromo-4-naphthyl ethyl ether; 20900-22-5; p-Bromoethoxynaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4-Ethoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

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. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
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.