Description

2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-1-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzene is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and protected phenol structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precise regiochemistry. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated, fluorine-substituted benzene core.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromo and fluoro substituents can modulate biological activity and stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and advanced polymers, including liquid crystals and electronic materials, where fluorine incorporation is beneficial.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological mechanisms and drug discovery.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-1-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzene
CAS No.	474711-11-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrFO2
Molecular Weight	235.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-Fluoro-4-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzene; 2-Bromo-4-Fluoroanisole MOM Ether; 1-(Methoxymethoxy)-2-Bromo-4-Fluorobenzene; Benzene, 2-bromo-4-fluoro-1-(methoxymethoxy)-; 4-Fluoro-2-bromo-1-(methoxymethoxy)benzene; MOM-protected 2-Bromo-4-fluorophenol; 2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl methoxymethyl ether
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-1-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzene is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard grade meets the stringent requirements for research and development use, with specifications tailored to support cGMP and ISO standards for advanced intermediate production.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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