Description

1-Benzyloxy-4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic compound characterized by its distinct benzyloxy, bromo, and nitro substituents. This chemical serves as a crucial advanced intermediate in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific halogenated nitrobenzene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and optimization of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: An intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) in academic and CRO laboratories.
• Chemical Library Development: Used for the parallel and combinatorial synthesis of diverse compound libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyloxy-4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	383868-64-2
Molecular Formula	C13H10BrNO3
Molecular Weight	308.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-nitro-1-(phenylmethoxy)benzene; 1-Benzyloxy-4-bromo-2-nitrobenzene; 4-Bromo-2-nitrobenzyl phenyl ether; Benzene, 1-(benzyloxy)-4-bromo-2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-4-bromophenyl benzyl ether; 4-Bromo-1-(benzyloxy)-2-nitrobenzene; (4-Bromo-2-nitrophenyl)(phenyl)methanol? (Incorrect, but a common misnomer to include for search); BBNB (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyloxy-4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if long-term storage is required to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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