Description

3,4-Dimethylbenzyl Chloride is a versatile aromatic organic halide, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive benzyl chloride group, which facilitates the introduction of the 3,4-dimethylbenzyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the 3,4-dimethylbenzyl structural motif.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a core intermediate to build specific bioactive molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the creation of complex organic dyes and colorants for industrial applications.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of advanced materials, including liquid crystal compounds and other electronic chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethylbenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	102-46-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11Cl
Molecular Weight	154.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-3,4-dimethylbenzene; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)methyl Chloride; 3,4-Dimethyl-α-chlorotoluene; 3,4-Xylyl Chloride; α-Chloro-3,4-dimethyltoluene; 3,4-DMB-Cl; 3,4-Dimethylbenzylchloride
EINECS	203-033-7

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethylbenzyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to verify purity and identify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The product is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.