Description

1-Bromo-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene is a high-purity, multi-functional naphthalene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine site and electron-donating methoxy groups, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target compounds. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds, for therapeutic areas like oncology and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to bioactive molecule design.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or luminescent compounds, due to its extended aromatic system.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and high-performance pigments.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A versatile reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	25315-10-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁BrO₂
Molecular Weight	267.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxy-1-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-2,6-dimethoxynaphthalene; NSC 404087; 1-Bromo-2,6-bis(methoxy)naphthalene; Bromo-dimethoxynaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity while monitoring for key impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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