Description

3-Bromobenzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile and valuable protected aldehyde derivative used extensively in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate, offering enhanced stability over the parent aldehyde for handling and multi-step reactions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those containing substituted benzaldehyde motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine and protected aldehyde functionalities allow for selective chemical transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers requiring specific bromo-aromatic components.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways in research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromobenzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	67073-72-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	231.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3-(dimethoxymethyl)benzene; 3-Bromobenzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; m-Bromobenzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; (3-Bromophenyl)dimethoxymethane; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-(dimethoxymethyl)-; α,α-Dimethoxy-3-bromotoluene; 3-Bromobenzaldehyde, dimethyl acetal; Acetaldehyde, (3-bromophenyl)-, dimethyl acetal
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromobenzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for production, ensuring reliability for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.