Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3,5-Trichlorobenzene is a halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromomethyl and trichloro substituents, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trichlorobenzene moiety is a common structural feature.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce functionalized benzyl groups.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3,5-Trichlorobenzene
CAS No.	130800-83-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrCl3
Molecular Weight	274.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5-Trichlorobenzyl Bromide; (2,3,5-Trichlorophenyl)methyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,3,5-trichlorotoluene; 1-Bromomethyl-2,3,5-trichlorobenzene; Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-2,3,5-trichloro-; Bromomethyltrichlorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3,5-Trichlorobenzene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 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	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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