Description

1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-5-Methyl-3-Nitro-Benzene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound that serves as a versatile and high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules, offering precise control over molecular architecture. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-purity intermediates for their synthetic workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and nitro functional groups are leveraged for further derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and coordination chemistry.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-5-Methyl-3-Nitro-Benzene
CAS No.	30435-75-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO3
Molecular Weight	246.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-Methoxy-4-Nitrotoluene; 3-Nitro-2-Bromo-6-Methoxytoluene; 2-Bromo-6-methoxy-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene; 1-Bromo-2-methoxy-5-methyl-3-nitrobenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-2-methoxy-5-methyl-3-nitro-; 4-Methyl-2-bromo-6-methoxynitrobenzene; 2-Bromo-4-methyl-6-methoxynitrobenzene; 6-Methoxy-2-bromo-4-nitrotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-5-Methyl-3-Nitro-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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.