Description

4-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Bromide is a versatile and high-purity brominated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical 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 and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals and organic semiconductors, for electronic applications.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Provides a versatile handle for medicinal chemistry and process research, enabling the introduction of the benzyl bromide moiety into complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Bromide
CAS No.	886498-51-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrFO
Molecular Weight	219.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-fluoro-2-methoxybenzene; (4-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)methyl Bromide; 2-Methoxy-4-fluorobenzyl Bromide; 4-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzyl Bromide; α-Bromo-4-fluoro-2-methoxytoluene; 4-Fluoro-o-anisyl Bromide; 886498-51-7; 4-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzylbromide
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability for your regulatory submissions. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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