Description

1-Bromo-2-Methoxynaphthalene is a versatile brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a building block for complex molecules, enabling the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific bromine and methoxy functionalities into naphthalene-based scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoconductive materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Methoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	3401-47-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉BrO
Molecular Weight	237.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-1-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-2-naphthol methyl ether; 2-Bromo-1-methoxynaphthalene; NSC 404083; 1-Bromo-2-methoxynaphthalene; 1-Brom-2-methoxynaphthalin; 3401-47-6; 1-Bromo-2-méthoxynaphtalène
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Methoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
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.