Description

1-(α-Chlorobenzyl)-4-Bromobenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorobenzyl and bromophenyl moieties, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex diarylmethane or benzyl-protected structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its halogen atoms serve as reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Negishi) due to the presence of a reactive bromine atom.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-(α-Chlorobenzyl)-4-Bromobenzene
CAS No.	13391-38-3
Molecular Formula	C13H10BrCl
Molecular Weight	281.57 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chlorophenylmethyl)-4-bromobenzene; 4-Bromo-α-(chlorophenyl)toluene; (4-Bromophenyl)(chlorophenyl)methane; p-Bromo-α-chlorodiphenylmethane; α-Chloro-4-bromodiphenylmethane; 1-(Chlorobenzyl)-4-bromobenzene; (4-Bromobenzyl)chlorobenzene (isomeric mixture descriptor); Bromochlorodiphenylmethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(α-Chlorobenzyl)-4-Bromobenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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