Description

2-Bromo-6-Isopropoxynaphthalene is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise bromine and ether functional group chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents where the naphthalene scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its structural properties to modulate biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core building block for organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive materials in display technologies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling novel cross-coupling and other transformative reactions.
• Polymer & Dye Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of high-performance polymers and as an intermediate for sophisticated dyes and pigments.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Isopropoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	200875-37-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃BrO
Molecular Weight	265.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-(1-methylethoxy)naphthalene; 6-Isopropoxy-2-bromonaphthalene; 2-Bromo-6-isopropyloxynaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-bromo-6-(1-methylethoxy)-; 2-Br-6-iPrO-Naphthalene; 2-Bromo-6-(propan-2-yloxy)naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-6-Isopropoxynaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to support compliance in cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) environments for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. 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
Assay (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.