Description

2-Bromo-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its bromine and methoxy substituents, which impart unique reactivity and electronic properties. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, serving as a key precursor for the development of complex molecules in high-value sectors. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and photoactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other high-purity specialty chemicals.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical transformations in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	43192-31-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-p-anisaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-2-bromobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde; p-Anisaldehyde, 2-bromo-; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-4-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	65°C - 68°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

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