Description

3-Bromo-2-Ethoxy-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its bromo and ethoxy substituents, which impart unique reactivity and electronic properties. This compound is essential for synthetic chemists requiring precise molecular modifications in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized in the research and development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzaldehyde core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific substitution pattern is advantageous.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials due to its electron-donating and accepting groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a crucial building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other complex aromatic compounds in fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Ethoxy-5-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	708272-19-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-bromo-2-ethoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Ethoxy-5-methyl-3-bromobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-bromo-2-ethoxy-5-methyl-; 3-Bromo-2-ethoxy-5-methyl-benzaldehyde; 708272-19-9 (CAS Name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Ethoxy-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.