Description

2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethyl-1-Nitrobenzene is a specialized halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine and nitro substituents on a dimethylbenzene core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated aromatic scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the nitro and bromo groups facilitate further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, leveraging its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck), enabling the formation of new carbon-carbon bonds in complex molecule assembly.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethyl-1-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	101421-62-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,3-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene; 2,3-Dimethyl-1-nitro-4-bromobenzene; 4-Bromo-2,3-dimethylnitrobenzene; 2-Bromo-3,4-dimethylnitrobenzene; 3,4-Dimethyl-2-bromonitrobenzene; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-bromonitrobenzene; Benzene, 2-bromo-3,4-dimethyl-1-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-3,4-Dimethyl-1-Nitrobenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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