Description

1-(3-Bromopropoxy)-2-Methylbenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromoalkyl chain and a methoxybenzene moiety, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups or create novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring aryl ether linkages or sites for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromopropoxy group acts as a reactive handle.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Bromopropoxy)-2-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	50912-60-2
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO
Molecular Weight	229.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-(3-bromopropoxy)benzene; 1-Bromo-3-(2-methylphenoxy)propane; 3-(o-Tolyloxy)propyl bromide; o-Cresol 3-bromopropyl ether; 2-Methylphenyl 3-bromopropyl ether; (3-Bromopropoxy)-2-methylbenzene; 3-Bromopropyl 2-methylphenyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Bromopropoxy)-2-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.