Description

3-Bromo-4-tert-Butoxynitrobenzene is a high-purity, specialized aromatic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring bromo, tert-butoxy, and nitro substituents, makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex aromatic ether and halogenated nitrobenzene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its substitution pattern can influence biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution, enabling the exploration of new chemical space.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and pigments, where the nitro and bromo groups are key to color development and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-tert-Butoxynitrobenzene
CAS No.	960309-85-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrNO3
Molecular Weight	274.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-tert-butoxy-5-nitrobenzene; 3-Bromo-4-(tert-butoxy)nitrobenzene; 4-tert-Butoxy-3-bromonitrobenzene; 2-tert-Butoxy-5-nitro-1-bromobenzene; Nitrobenzene, 3-bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-; 3-Bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-4-tert-Butoxynitrobenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure the product meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale 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.