Description

4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Methoxybenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both bromo and chloromethyl reactive sites, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring substituted benzyl or phenyl ether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its halogenated structure serves as a core for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable scaffold for custom chemical synthesis services targeting niche or proprietary compounds.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Utilized in methodological studies and for exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Methoxybenzene
CAS No.	7017-52-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrClO
Molecular Weight	235.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-(chloromethyl)-2-methoxybenzene; 2-Bromo-5-(chloromethyl)anisole; 4-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)anisole; 5-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)anisole; Benzene, 4-bromo-2-(chloromethyl)-1-methoxy-; 2-Chloromethyl-4-bromoanisole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Methoxybenzene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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