Description

1-(2-Bromoethoxy)-3-Chlorobenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic ether building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromoethoxy and chloro substituents on a benzene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing more complex molecules through nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or advanced intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring functionalized aromatic ether scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its halogenated structure can be leveraged for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating monomers or functional units in polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or physical properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in universities and corporate R&D centers for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromoethoxy)-3-Chlorobenzene
CAS No.	6487-84-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrClO
Molecular Weight	235.51 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-1-(2-bromoethoxy)benzene; 1-Bromo-2-(3-chlorophenoxy)ethane; 2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)ethyl Bromide; m-Chlorophenoxyethyl Bromide; (3-Chlorophenoxy)ethyl Bromide; 3-Chlorophenethyl Bromide Ether; 6487-84-9; NSC 163049
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(2-Bromoethoxy)-3-Chlorobenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting customer and research standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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

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