Description

2-Bromo-4-Chloro-m-Xylene is a halogenated xylene derivative, a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the bromo and chloro groups offer sites for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling and other catalytic reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced polymeric or small-molecule materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules or probes for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Chloro-m-Xylene
CAS No.	1208077-17-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrCl
Molecular Weight	219.51 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3-Chloro-2,5-dimethylbenzene; 2,5-Dimethyl-1-bromo-3-chlorobenzene; m-Xylene, 2-bromo-4-chloro-; 3-Chloro-2,5-dimethylbromobenzene; 2-Bromo-4-chloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-chlorobromobenzene; 1,3-Dimethyl-4-chloro-6-bromobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Chloro-m-Xylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive; containers should be amber glass or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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