Description

[α-(Bromomethyl)-p-Isopropylbenzyl]Pentyl Ether is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound with the CAS number 21270-04-2. This chemical serves as a valuable alkylating agent and versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical R&D teams for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a functionalized cumyl/phenylpropyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers to alter physical properties.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for fragrances, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	[α-(Bromomethyl)-p-Isopropylbenzyl]Pentyl Ether
CAS No.	21270-04-2
Molecular Formula	C16H25BrO
Molecular Weight	313.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(Bromomethyl)-4-(1-methylethyl)phenyl]methoxy pentane; Pentyl [α-(bromomethyl)-p-isopropylbenzyl] ether; 1-Bromomethyl-4-isopropylbenzyl pentyl ether; α-Bromo-p-cymyl pentyl ether; (Bromomethyl)(4-isopropylphenyl)methyl pentyl ether; 4-Isopropyl-α-(bromomethyl)benzyl pentyl ether
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Quality Control

Our [α-(Bromomethyl)-p-Isopropylbenzyl]Pentyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and purity grade specifications to meet specific project requirements.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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