Description

2-Bromo-5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Aniline is a halogenated aniline derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which allows for selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated aniline core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its halogen atoms enable specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the creation of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Buchwald-Hartwig amination) for creating carbon-nitrogen bonds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Aniline
CAS No.	102170-52-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrClN
Molecular Weight	220.49 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-2-bromo-5-chlorotoluene; 2-Bromo-5-chloro-p-toluidine; 1-Amino-2-bromo-5-chloro-4-methylbenzene; 5-Chloro-2-bromo-4-methylaniline; Benzenamine, 2-bromo-5-chloro-4-methyl-; 2-Bromo-5-chloro-4-methylbenzenamine; 4-Methyl-2-bromo-5-chloroaniline; (2-Bromo-5-chloro-4-methylphenyl)amine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Aniline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown 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.