Description

[(2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is a specialized brominated epoxy intermediate, a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an oxirane (epoxide) ring and a brominated aromatic system, enabling its use in the creation of complex, functionalized polymers and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate halogenated aromatic motifs with epoxy functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic scaffolds for bioactivity or as a handle for further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromine atoms and epoxy group contribute to molecular binding and stability.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in specialty epoxy resin formulations, imparting flame retardancy and improved thermal properties due to its bromine content.
• Polymer Functionalization: Employed to introduce epoxy and bromoaryl groups into polymer backbones, creating materials with tailored adhesion, reactivity, or compatibility characteristics.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A potential building block for synthesizing halogenated aromatic cores used in electronic and photonic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms make it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for research in medicinal chemistry, materials science, and synthetic methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	22421-59-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	322.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dibromo-4-methylphenyl glycidyl ether; Glycidyl 2,6-dibromo-4-methylphenyl ether; 1-(2,6-Dibromo-4-methylphenoxy)-2,3-epoxypropane; [(2,6-Dibromo-p-tolyloxy)methyl]oxirane; Epichlorohydrin, reaction product with 2,6-dibromo-4-methylphenol; Brominated epoxy monomer; DBMPGE
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures reliable performance and consistency for your critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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