Description

2-Bromo-1,3-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzene is a halogenated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This versatile building block is valued for its ability to introduce multiple halogen substituents and a methyl group into molecular frameworks, enabling precise structural modifications. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex intermediates, active ingredients, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its halogen pattern confers specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other metal-catalyzed transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex halogenated dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1,3-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	19393-93-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2
Molecular Weight	239.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,4-dichloro-6-methylbenzene; 2,4-Dichloro-6-bromotoluene; 2-Bromo-1,3-dichloro-5-methyl-benzene; 2-Bromo-5-methyl-1,3-dichlorobenzene; 6-Bromo-2,4-dichlorotoluene; Benzene, 2-bromo-1,3-dichloro-5-methyl-; Toluene, 6-bromo-2,4-dichloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1,3-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.