Description

2,6-Dibromoanisole is a halogenated aromatic ether, a versatile organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and the development of active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted anisole core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromo-substitution pattern imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where bromine atoms act as functional handles for further modification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring brominated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dibromoanisole
CAS No.	38603-09-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	265.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-2-methoxybenzene; Anisole, 2,6-dibromo-; 2-Methoxy-1,3-dibromobenzene; 2,6-Dibromo-1-methoxybenzene; 2,6-DBA
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dibromoanisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.