Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene is a versatile aromatic building block featuring both a bromomethyl and a methoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for intermediate synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring functionalized aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for introducing reporter tags or affinity handles into bioactive molecules for study.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical raw material for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	70264-73-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-methoxybenzyl bromide; 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzyl bromide; (3-Methoxy-2-methylphenyl)methyl bromide; α-Bromo-3-methoxy-2-methyltoluene; 2-Methyl-m-anisyl bromide; 1-Bromomethyl-3-methoxy-2-methylbenzene; o-Cresol, 6-(bromomethyl)-3-methyl methyl ether
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by techniques such as GC, HPLC, and NMR is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

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.