Description

1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block, prized for its unique substitution pattern that facilitates selective chemical transformations. This compound matters as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a reactive bromine site and a methoxy directing group for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a specific bromo-methoxy-toluene scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its aromatic structure is incorporated into the final product.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce complex aromatic groups.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	31804-36-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-Methoxytoluene; 3-Bromo-2-Methylanisole; 2-Methyl-3-Bromoanisole; 1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-2-Methyl-Benzene; 3-Methoxy-2-methylbromobenzene; o-Cresol, 3-bromo-6-methyl methyl ether; (2-Methyl-3-bromophenyl) methyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.