Description

1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxybenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, which allow for selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Versatile building block for organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitutions.
• Precursor for the development of agrochemicals, including herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Used in materials science for the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Intermediate in the preparation of ligands for catalysis and functionalized aromatics for further chemical exploration.
• Serves as a starting material in academic and industrial R&D for discovering new chemical entities and processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxybenzene
CAS No.	59297-29-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	279.96 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-(bromomethyl)anisole; 5-Bromo-3-(bromomethyl)anisole; 1-Bromo-3-(bromomethyl)-5-methoxy-benzene; 3,5-Dibromomethylanisole; 3-Bromo-5-methoxybenzyl bromide; 5-Methoxy-1,3-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; α,3-Dibromo-5-methoxytoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Methoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every batch, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

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.