Description

1-Bromo-4-Isobutoxybenzene is a versatile aryl ether building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, where the bromine atom serves as a handle for cross-coupling reactions and the isobutoxy group provides steric and electronic influence. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring aryl ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Electronics: A valuable intermediate for creating charge-transport materials and other components for OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4-Isobutoxybenzene
CAS No.	30752-23-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO
Molecular Weight	229.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromophenyl isobutyl ether; p-Bromophenyl isobutyl ether; 1-Bromo-4-(2-methylpropoxy)benzene; Isobutyl 4-bromophenyl ether; 4-Isobutoxybromobenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-4-(2-methylpropoxy)-; (4-Bromophenoxy)-2-methylpropane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4-Isobutoxybenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.30 g/cm³

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