Description

1-Bromo-8-Methoxynaphthalene is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the naphthalene core provides specific biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials used in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and other functional group transformations in synthetic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-8-Methoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	83710-60-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉BrO
Molecular Weight	237.09 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-1-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-8-methoxynaphthalene; 8-Bromo-1-methoxynaphthalene; NSC 403119; 1-Brom-8-methoxynaphthalin; 1-Bromo-8-naftolo metil etere
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Bromo-8-Methoxynaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up applications.

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, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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