Description

2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Benzene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted bromobenzene scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its halogen and ether functionalities are leveraged.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its aromatic and modifiable structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty fine chemicals requiring specific bromo-aryl ether motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Benzene
CAS No.	36942-56-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight	201.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-5-Methylbenzene; 2-Bromo-4-Methoxytoluene; 4-Methoxy-2-Bromotoluene; 5-Methyl-2-Bromoanisole; o-Bromo-p-methoxytoluene; 2-Bromo-4-methylanisole; 2-Bromo-1-methoxy-4-methylbenzene; 2-Bromo-4-methoxy-1-methylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

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