Description

1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Nitrobenzene is a high-purity aromatic compound featuring dual bromine functionalities and a nitro group, making it a versatile and reactive building block for advanced synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture is critical for constructing complex organic frameworks where specific halogen placement and reactivity are required. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, particularly for developing active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitro and bromomethyl groups contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials requiring tailored electronic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing complex nitro- and bromo-substituted colorants.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms provide excellent handles for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to build biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	139194-80-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	294.93 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dibromo-4-nitrobenzyl bromide; 5-Nitro-1,3-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)-5-nitrobenzene; (3,5-Dibromo-4-nitrophenyl)methanol, bromide; α,α'-Dibromo-5-nitro-m-xylene; 3-(Bromomethyl)-5-nitro-1-bromobenzene; 5-Nitro-m-xylene-α,α'-dibromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-(Bromomethyl)-5-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the reactive bromomethyl groups, it should be stored separately from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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