Description

2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Chloride is a versatile benzyl chloride derivative characterized by its three methyl substituents, which influence its reactivity and physical properties. This compound serves as a valuable alkylating agent and key synthetic intermediate in the production of more complex organic molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research, process development, and commercial synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organic transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used to introduce functional groups or as a monomer modifier in specialty polymer synthesis.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A key reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	10340-77-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13Cl
Molecular Weight	168.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2,4,5-trimethylbenzene; (2,4,5-Trimethylphenyl)methyl chloride; α-Chloro-2,4,5-trimethyltoluene; 2,4,5-Trimethylbenzylchloride; Pseudocumyl chloride (specific isomer); TMB-Cl
EINECS	233-746-7

Quality Control

Our 2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its reactivity as an alkylating agent, appropriate secondary containment is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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