Description

Benzene, 2-Bromo-4-Iodo-1,3-Dimethyl- is a halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of halogen atoms on a dimethylbenzene scaffold, enabling selective functionalization for complex molecule construction. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) to introduce complex aryl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen handles for derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a backbone for creating specialized phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed as a monomer or building block for π-conjugated systems in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in halogenation sequences and regioselective aromatic substitution reactions.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Incorporated into mesogenic cores or polymer side chains to modify thermal and optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzene, 2-Bromo-4-Iodo-1,3-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	1805106-28-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrI
Molecular Weight	310.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethyl-2-bromo-4-iodobenzene; 2-Bromo-4-iodo-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 2-Bromo-4-iodo-m-xylene; 4-Iodo-2-bromo-1,3-dimethylbenzene; m-Xylene, 2-bromo-4-iodo-; 2-Bromo-4-iodo-m-xylene; Bromoiododimethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 2-Bromo-4-Iodo-1,3-Dimethyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and scale-up activities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light to maintain product integrity.

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)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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