Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenoxybenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromomethyl group makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures through nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with diphenyl ether or benzylamine scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the phenoxybenzene moiety is required.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced functional materials used in displays and electronics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce reactive sites or functional groups into polymer chains for specialty resins and high-performance materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl systems.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for preparing novel phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenoxybenzene
CAS No.	51632-16-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₃BrO
Molecular Weight	277.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenoxybenzyl Bromide; (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methyl Bromide; m-Phenoxybenzyl Bromide; α-Bromo-3-phenoxytoluene; 1-Bromomethyl-3-phenoxybenzene; 3-Phenoxybenzyl Bromide; 3-Phenoxy-α-bromotoluene; Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-3-phenoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Phenoxybenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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