Description

2,5-Dichloro-p-Xylene is a key halogenated aromatic intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, which enable the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development teams in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with xylene-based backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dichloro-xylene moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials, contributing to thermal stability and specific functional properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring novel aromatic substitution reactions and ring-forming methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichloro-p-Xylene
CAS No.	1124-05-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	175.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dichlorobenzene; 2,5-Dichloro-1,4-bis(chloromethyl)benzene; 2,5-Dichloro-1,4-xylene; p-Xylene, 2,5-dichloro-; 2,5-Dichloroparaxylene; Benzene, 1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dichloro-; α,α,α',α'-Tetrachloro-2,5-xylene
EINECS	214-389-6

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichloro-p-Xylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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