Description

2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylanisole is a halogenated aromatic ether compound that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a highly functionalized brominated core for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted anisole scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its bromine substituents for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions to introduce complex substituents.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where bromine atoms enhance lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylanisole
CAS No.	51699-89-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	279.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-5-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene; 4-Methyl-2,6-Dibromoanisole; 2,6-Dibromo-4-Methyl-1-Methoxybenzene; 2,6-Dibromo-p-Cresol Methyl Ether; 2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylphenyl Methyl Ether; 5-Methoxy-2,6-Dibromotoluene; Anisole, 2,6-dibromo-4-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dibromo-4-Methylanisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.