Description

3-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxytoluene is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents on a toluene backbone, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This high-purity intermediate is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted toluene or brominated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its specific substitution pattern is beneficial.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems due to its bromine functionality.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A crucial reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxytoluene
CAS No.	22794-95-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	231.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxy-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-2,6-dimethoxybromobenzene; 2,6-Dimethoxy-3-bromotoluene; Toluene, 3-bromo-2,6-dimethoxy-; 3-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxy-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxytoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through rigorous analytical controls including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.