Description

4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Methylphenyl Methyl Ether is a specialized brominated aromatic ether compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique bifunctional bromination pattern, which enables selective derivatization for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive bromine sites.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its aromatic core and halogen handles.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes, where the bromine atoms allow for further bioconjugation.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: A vital starting material for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) working on custom synthesis projects for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Methylphenyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	954124-94-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	293.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-methoxy-3-(bromomethyl)-5-methylbenzene; 3-(Bromomethyl)-4-bromo-5-methylanisole; 4-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-6-methyl-1-methoxybenzene; 2-(Bromomethyl)-4-bromo-6-methylphenyl methyl ether; Methyl 4-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-6-methylphenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Methylphenyl Methyl Ether adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

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