Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dimethoxynaphthalene is a versatile naphthalene derivative featuring a reactive bromomethyl group, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure is critical for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce functionalized naphthalene cores into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing naphthalene-based structures with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoconductive materials due to the extended aromatic system.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a scaffold for constructing polycyclic aromatic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the dimethoxynaphthalene unit contributes to color and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dimethoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	79971-24-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃BrO₂
Molecular Weight	281.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dimethoxy-2-(bromomethyl)naphthalene; 2-Bromomethyl-1,4-dimethoxynaphthalene; 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-bromomethylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-(bromomethyl)-1,4-dimethoxy-; 79971-24-7; 2-Bromomethyl-1,4-naphthalenediol dimethyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dimethoxynaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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