Description

1,2-Dibromo-4-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzene is a halogenated nitroaromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring brominated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex colorants and specialty dyes due to its substituted benzene structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for constructing biaryl systems.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel chelating ligands for metal complexes in catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dibromo-4-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	101580-70-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	294.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromo-4-Nitrotoluene; 4-Methyl-1,2-dibromo-5-nitrobenzene; 1,2-Dibromo-5-nitro-4-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1,2-dibromo-4-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1,2-dibromo-4-methylbenzene; 4-Methyl-5-nitro-1,2-dibromobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromo-4-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.