1-Bromo-2-methoxyethane

Basic Information

CAS No.	6482-24-2
EC No.	229-339-4
Linear Formula	C3H7BrO
Molecular Weight	138.99
Appearance	Clear colorless to yellow liquid
Melting Point	Not available (typical reference)
Boiling point	40-41 °C/66 mm Hg (lit.)
Density	1.479 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Soluble in water (14.4 g/L at 25 °C); miscible with most organic solvents
Storage Conditions	Store at 2-8°C in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture.
Chemical Structure

Key Applications

• Organic synthesis intermediate: 1-Bromo-2-methoxyethane serves as a versatile alkylating agent for introducing the 2-methoxyethyl group into organic molecules during synthetic transformations.

• Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds where the methoxyethyl functionality is required for biological activity or solubility enhancement.

• Fine chemical intermediate: Acts as a key reagent in the production of specialty fine chemicals and functional materials through selective alkylation reactions.

• Laboratory research: Employed in academic and industrial research settings for exploring new synthetic routes and developing novel molecular structures.

• Process development: Supports route optimization and scale-up studies in the custom synthesis of advanced intermediates for targeted applications.

• Consistent product quality: High-purity specifications maintained through routine quality control testing ensure reliable performance in organic synthesis and fine chemical applications.

• Global supply stability: Established logistics networks provide stable international availability and on-time delivery for laboratory, pilot, and commercial scale requirements.

• SDS and COA support: Complete product documentation including SDS and COA is available upon request to facilitate regulatory compliance and quality review.

• Packaging and technical service: Flexible liquid packaging options such as 25L HDPE drums and lab-scale bottles are offered with customized solutions and responsive technical support.