Description

4-Methylphenethyl Bromide 97 is a high-purity organic bromide building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity as an alkylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the 4-methylphenethyl moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating analogs with specific lipophilic and steric properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the phenethyl structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for alkylation reactions in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of aromatic compounds for specialty fragrance and flavor applications.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylphenethyl Bromide 97
CAS No.	6529-51-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11Br
Molecular Weight	199.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Bromoethyl)-4-methylbenzene; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)ethyl Bromide; 4-Methylphenethyl Bromide; p-Methylphenethyl Bromide; (4-Methylphenyl)ethyl Bromide; 2-(p-Tolyl)ethyl Bromide; Bromoethylmethylbenzene; To be confirmed: EINECS

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylphenethyl Bromide 97 is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the specified purity and identity criteria. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.