Description

6-Bromo-1-Chloro-2-Methoxynaphthalene is a high-purity, multi-substituted naphthalene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other specialty polymers.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a building block for electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices due to its naphthalene core.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential starting material for the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring specific halogen and methoxy substitutions.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromo and chloro substituents make it an excellent substrate for sequential palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi, Stille).

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-Bromo-1-Chloro-2-Methoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	92455-04-4
Molecular Formula	C11H8BrClO
Molecular Weight	271.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-6-bromo-2-methoxynaphthalene; 2-Methoxy-6-bromo-1-chloronaphthalene; 6-Bromo-1-chloro-2-methoxy-naphthalene; 1-Chloro-2-methoxy-6-bromonaphthalene; NSC 405124; 92455-04-4; 6-Bromo-1-chloro-2-naphthol methyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Bromo-1-Chloro-2-Methoxynaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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