Description

1-Bromomethyl-8-Methylnaphthalene is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive bromomethyl group on a methylated naphthalene backbone. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of functionalized naphthyl units into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides where the naphthalene core provides specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material for constructing aromatic components in advanced electronic and display materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed to create specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce naphthalene-based side chains into polymers to alter physical properties like thermal stability and refractive index.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Functions as a core structure in the preparation of fluorescent markers and dyes for analytical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromomethyl-8-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	42049-94-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁Br
Molecular Weight	235.12 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-1-(bromomethyl)naphthalene; (8-Methylnaphthalen-1-yl)methyl bromide; 1-(Bromomethyl)-8-methylnaphthalene; α-Bromo-8-methyl-1-naphthalenemethane; 8-Methyl-1-naphthylmethyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromomethyl-8-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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