Description

1-(4-Bromophenyl)Ethyl Methyl Ether is a versatile brominated aromatic ether compound, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a protected ether functionality, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing brominated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce bromophenyl groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like flame retardancy or refractive index.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reaction methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Bromophenyl)Ethyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	59891-97-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Bromophenyl)ethyl methyl ether; 1-Bromo-4-(1-methoxyethyl)benzene; 4-Bromo-α-methylbenzyl methyl ether; Methyl 1-(4-bromophenyl)ethyl ether; p-Bromo-α-methylbenzyl methyl ether; 1-(p-Bromophenyl)ethyl methyl ether; (4-Bromophenyl)ethyl methyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Bromophenyl)Ethyl Methyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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