Description

1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene is a versatile aromatic ether and halogenated benzene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the combination of a bromine substituent, which offers a site for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, and the isopropoxy group, which provides steric and electronic influence. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring aryl-ether linkages or serving as Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling partners.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo-isopropoxybenzene scaffold is incorporated into the active compound.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development in organic chemistry, exploring new palladium-catalyzed or metal-halogen exchange reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene
CAS No.	95068-01-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromophenyl isopropyl ether; 3-Isopropoxybromobenzene; m-Bromophenyl isopropyl ether; 1-Bromo-3-(1-methylethoxy)benzene; Isopropyl 3-bromophenyl ether; 3-Bromo-1-isopropoxybenzene; (3-Bromophenoxy)propane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Isopropoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear 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.