Description

4-Bromo-2-Ethoxytoluene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and ethoxy substituents on a toluene backbone, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromine atom acts as a reactive handle for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block in the creation of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex, multi-functional aromatic compounds in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Ethoxytoluene
CAS No.	871888-83-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-ethoxy-2-methylbenzene; 2-Methyl-4-bromo-1-ethoxybenzene; 4-Bromo-2-methylanisole (common misnomer); 2-Ethoxy-4-bromotoluene; Toluene, 4-bromo-2-ethoxy-; 4-Bromo-2-ethyloxytoluene; p-Bromo-o-ethoxytoluene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-2-Ethoxytoluene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.