Description

5-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Toluene, also known as 4-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylbenzene, is a versatile and highly reactive brominated aromatic intermediate. Its value lies in its dual bromine functionality, which makes it a crucial building block for introducing specific molecular frameworks in advanced synthesis. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring bromomethyl and bromoaryl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromine atoms serve as handles for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Derivatization: Acts as a versatile alkylating and arylating agent in organic synthesis for introducing the 2-methyl-4,5-dibromobenzyl group.
• Life Sciences Reagent: Potential use in biochemical probe development for labeling or modifying biomolecules.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Toluene
CAS No.	156001-49-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10Br2
Molecular Weight	277.98 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-2-methylbenzene; 2-Methyl-4,5-dibromobenzyl bromide; 1,4-Dibromo-2-methylbenzyl bromide; 5-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-1-methylbenzene; α,5-Dibromo-o-xylene; 2,4-Dibromobenzyl bromide, 5-methyl-; (5-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)bromomethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Toluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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