Description

1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-4-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine, methoxy, and methylsulfonyl substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive bromine site for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating specialized aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific properties like enhanced thermal stability or altered solubility.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-4-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene
CAS No.	90531-98-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO3S
Molecular Weight	265.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methoxybenzenesulfonylmethane; 2-Bromo-1-methoxy-4-(methylsulfonyl)benzene; 1-Bromo-2-methoxy-4-(methylsulphonyl)benzene; 4-Bromo-3-methoxyphenyl methyl sulfone; Methyl 4-bromo-3-methoxyphenyl sulfone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Methoxy-4-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent lot-to-lot performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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%

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