Description

(2-Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-1-Nitrobenzene is a versatile aromatic bromonitro compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a nitro substituent, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring functionalized aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the nitro and bromomethyl groups enable further derivatization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing complex azo dyes and other colorants that require specific nitro-aromatic backbones.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Building block for creating novel ligands used in catalytic systems for asymmetric synthesis and other chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-1-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	110822-05-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromomethyl-4-methylnitrobenzene; 1-Methyl-2-(bromomethyl)-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Methyl-2-(bromomethyl)nitrobenzene; 2-(Bromomethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene; α-Bromo-2,4-dimethylnitrobenzene; (Bromomethyl)-p-methylnitrobenzene; 4-Methyl-1-nitro-2-(bromomethyl)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-1-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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