Description

1-(Benzyloxy)-3-Bromo-5-Methylbenzene is a high-purity brominated aromatic ether compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a benzyloxy protecting group and a bromine substituent, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precise regiochemistry. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for creating targeted drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the bromine atom facilitates further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce aromatic and brominated functionalities into polymer chains, altering physical properties like flame retardancy and thermal stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) to form biaryl and other complex structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial chemists exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Benzyloxy)-3-Bromo-5-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	876299-63-7
Molecular Formula	C14H13BrO
Molecular Weight	277.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-methylphenyl benzyl ether; 1-Bromo-3-(benzyloxy)-5-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1-(benzyloxy)-3-bromo-5-methyl-; 3-Bromo-5-methylphenol benzyl ether; 5-Methyl-3-bromophenyl benzyl ether; 1-Benzyloxy-3-bromo-5-methylbenzene; (3-Bromo-5-methylphenoxy)methyl]benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Benzyloxy)-3-Bromo-5-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets the stringent requirements for research and production applications.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

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.