Description

Benzene, 2-Ethynyl-1,4-Dimethoxy- is a specialized aromatic building block characterized by its dimethoxy-substituted benzene ring and terminal alkyne functionality. This unique molecular architecture makes it a versatile intermediate for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in constructing complex molecular scaffolds. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring complex aromatic-alkyne coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, conductive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of π-conjugated systems for applications in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for methodology development in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Sonogashira, Glaser) and click chemistry.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated ligands for catalysis and metal complexation studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 2-Ethynyl-1,4-Dimethoxy-
CAS No.	22944-08-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethynyl-1,4-dimethoxybenzene; 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-ethynylbenzene; 2-Ethynylhydroquinone dimethyl ether; 2-Ethynyl-p-dimethoxybenzene; Hydroquinone dimethyl ether, 2-ethynyl-; 2-Ethynyl-1,4-bis(methyloxy)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 2-Ethynyl-1,4-Dimethoxy- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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