Description

4-Bromo-1-Ethyl-2-Methoxybenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic ether building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methoxy substituents on an ethylbenzene core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating molecules with specific receptor-binding properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for creating organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds due to its rigid, substituted benzene ring.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins, where it can introduce specific functional groups into the polymer chain.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Heck reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-1-Ethyl-2-Methoxybenzene
CAS No.	876299-65-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-ethyl-3-methoxybenzene; 4-Bromo-2-ethoxy-1-ethylbenzene; 2-Methoxy-4-bromoethylbenzene; 3-Bromo-6-ethylanisole; 4-Bromo-2-ethylanisole; 4-Bromo-2-ethoxyethylbenzene; 4-Bromo-1-ethyl-2-methoxy-benzene
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-1-Ethyl-2-Methoxybenzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.