CAS 90109-65-2

3-Bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde

Description:

3-Bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzaldehyde functional group. The presence of bromine, ethoxy, and methoxy substituents on the benzene ring contributes to its unique chemical properties. The bromine atom typically enhances the compound's reactivity, particularly in electrophilic substitution reactions. The ethoxy and methoxy groups are electron-donating, which can influence the compound's reactivity and solubility in various solvents. This compound is likely to be a pale yellow to brown solid at room temperature, with a moderate melting point. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dichloromethane but may have limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. 3-Bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde can be utilized in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, owing to its functional groups that allow for further chemical modifications. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as with many brominated organic substances, due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₁BrO₃

InChI: InChI=1/C10H11BrO3/c1-3-14-10-8(11)4-7(6-12)5-9(10)13-2/h4-6H,3H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=UYORHVZNGJVQCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(CC)C1=C(OC)C=C(C=O)C=C1Br

Synonyms:

• 3-Bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxy-benzaldehyde
• Benzaldehyde, 3-Bromo-4-Ethoxy-5-Methoxy-
• 3-Bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde
• 3-bromo-4-ethoxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde(SALTDATA: FREE)