Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzene is a versatile brominated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive benzylic bromide moiety makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures through cross-coupling and substitution reactions. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure contributes to bioactive molecule frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized phosphine ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Monomer: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzene
CAS No.	104155-11-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11Br
Molecular Weight	199.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylbenzyl Bromide; (2,3-Dimethylphenyl)methyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,3-dimethyltoluene; 2,3-Dimethyl-α-bromotoluene; 1-Bromomethyl-2,3-dimethylbenzene; o-Xylyl Bromide (2,3-dimethyl isomer); Bromo(2,3-dimethylphenyl)methane
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specification parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis and research applications.

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 kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances	≤ 2.0% (total)

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