Description

7-Bromo-1-Methoxynaphthalene is a high-purity brominated naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive halogen site and a methoxy-protected position, enabling precise functionalization for complex molecule construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor for electron-transport materials and host molecules in the development of high-performance display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into the synthesis of specialty polymers, dyes, and pigments to modify thermal, optical, or electronic properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki and Buchwald-Hartwig aminations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-1-Methoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	33295-53-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉BrO
Molecular Weight	237.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-7-bromonaphthalene; 7-Bromo-1-methoxynaphthalene; 7-Bromonaphthalen-1-yl methyl ether; NSC 403107; 1-Bromo-7-methoxynaphthalene (incorrect but common misnomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7-Bromo-1-Methoxynaphthalene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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