Description

3,5-Dibromo-4-isopropoxybenzaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique halogenated and alkoxylated structure, which makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine atoms and aldehyde functionality allow for further derivatization to create potent bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers due to its electron-withdrawing and modifiable structure.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used in research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions involving halogenated aldehydes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dibromo-4-isopropoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	486996-44-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	322.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isopropoxy-3,5-dibromobenzaldehyde; 3,5-Dibromo-4-(1-methylethoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3,5-dibromo-4-(1-methylethoxy)-; 3,5-Dibromo-4-propan-2-yloxybenzaldehyde; p-Isopropoxy-3,5-dibromobenzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dibromo-4-isopropoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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