Description

5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a formyl group and a bromine substituent, which allows for selective cross-coupling and further functionalization. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those with complex aryl-ether or benzaldehyde-derived structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring halogenated benzaldehyde motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers where bromo and aldehyde functionalities are required.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A fundamental substrate for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	68860-39-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-(methoxymethoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-bromo-2-(methoxymethoxy)-; 2-(Methoxymethoxy)-5-bromobenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2-MOM-benzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2-(MOM)benzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-o-anisaldehyde MOM ether; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde MOM ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethoxy)Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity and quantify impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.