Description

2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitroanisole is a halogenated nitroanisole derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromine and nitro groups on the anisole ring, enabling selective functionalization for building complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting brominated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the nitro and bromo substituents contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for further transformations, including nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reactions, coupling reactions, and reduction to corresponding amines.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex, color-fast dyes and pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Useful substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to create biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitroanisole
CAS No.	95970-20-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO3
Molecular Weight	310.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dibromo-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzene; 3-Methoxy-2,6-dibromonitrobenzene; Benzene, 1,2-dibromo-3-methoxy-5-nitro-; 2,6-Dibromo-3-nitroanisole; 5-Nitro-2,3-dibromoanisole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitroanisole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality protocols.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.