Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Diethoxybenzene is a versatile aromatic building block featuring a reactive bromomethyl group and two ethoxy substituents. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing advanced molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with diethoxybenzene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its aromatic and functionalizable nature.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the preparation of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Diethoxybenzene
CAS No.	238405-74-8
Molecular Formula	C11H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	259.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Diethoxybenzyl Bromide; (3,5-Diethoxyphenyl)methyl Bromide; 3,5-Diethoxybenzyl Bromide; 3,5-Diethoxybenzylbromide; 1-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-diethoxybenzene; 3,5-Diethoxybenzyl Bromide, 98%; 3,5-Diethoxybenzylbromide, 98%; 3,5-Diethoxybenzyl bromide, 98%
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Diethoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under inert atmosphere or in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.