Description

4-(1-Bromoethyl)-1,2-Dichlorobenzene is a high-purity halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity, where the bromoethyl and dichloro substituents offer distinct sites for selective functionalization and cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals due to its aromatic core and halogen functionalities.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a versatile electrophile in Suzuki, Negishi, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1-Bromoethyl)-1,2-Dichlorobenzene
CAS No.	192702-37-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrCl2
Molecular Weight	254.95 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)ethane; 1-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)-1-bromoethane; (3,4-Dichlorophenyl)methyl bromide; 4-Bromoethyl-1,2-dichlorobenzene; 1,2-Dichloro-4-(1-bromoethyl)benzene; α-Bromo-3,4-dichloroethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 4-(1-Bromoethyl)-1,2-Dichlorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC/GC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development as well as scale-up production.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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