Description

2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethoxytoluene is a versatile brominated aromatic compound characterized by its methoxy and methyl substituents, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic scaffold that enables precise chemical modifications for advanced synthesis. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to create complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethoxytoluene
CAS No.	52806-46-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	231.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,3-dimethoxy-4-methylbenzene; 2-Bromo-1,2-dimethoxy-4-methylbenzene; 4-Methyl-1,2-dimethoxy-5-bromobenzene; Toluene, 2-bromo-4,5-dimethoxy-; 2-Bromo-4,5-dimethoxy-1-methylbenzene; 5-Bromo-3,4-dimethoxytoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethoxytoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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