Description

2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitro-p-Xylene is a halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on a xylene backbone, makes it a valuable building block for introducing specific functionalities into more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromo-nitro moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions to construct complex polyfunctional aromatic systems.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Essential reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitro-p-Xylene
CAS No.	15540-82-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	308.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dimethyl-2,3-dibromo-5-nitrobenzene; 2,3-Dibromo-5-nitro-1,4-xylene; 5-Nitro-2,3-dibromo-p-xylene; p-Xylene, 2,3-dibromo-5-nitro-; Benzene, 1,4-dimethyl-2,3-dibromo-5-nitro-; DNX
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromo-5-Nitro-p-Xylene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.