Description

3-Bromo-2,6-Dichloro-1-Methylbenzene is a high-purity halogenated aromatic building block essential for 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 serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, enabling the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a specific halogenated benzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its halogen atoms provide sites for further chemical modification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other metal-mediated transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized halogenated dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2,6-Dichloro-1-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	127049-87-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2
Molecular Weight	239.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methylbenzene; 2,6-Dichloro-3-bromotoluene; 3-Bromo-2,6-dichlorotoluene; Toluene, 3-bromo-2,6-dichloro-; Benzene, 1-bromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-3-bromo-1,5-dichlorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2,6-Dichloro-1-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are 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. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.