Description

5-Bromo-2-isopropoxy-1,3-dimethyl-benzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable halogenated aromatic ether. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block for complex molecule synthesis. It is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific bromine and alkoxy functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated, alkoxy-substituted benzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its specific substitution pattern can influence biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials that incorporate aromatic ether units.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CROs and CMOs for use in client-directed synthetic routes for novel chemical entities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical reactions involving halogenated aromatics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Bromo-2-isopropoxy-1,3-dimethyl-benzene
CAS No.	95717-61-6
Molecular Formula	C11H15BrO
Molecular Weight	243.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-isopropoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-bromophenyl isopropyl ether; 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylanisole, isopropoxy derivative; 5-Bromo-1,3-dimethyl-2-isopropoxybenzene; 5-Bromo-2-isopropoxy-m-xylene; 95717-61-6; 5-Bromo-2-(1-methylethoxy)-1,3-dimethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-isopropoxy-1,3-dimethyl-benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor quality protocols to meet specific customer and regulatory requirements.

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 acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.