Description

4-Benzyl-m-Xylene is a high-purity aromatic compound, also known as 1,3-Dimethyl-5-benzylbenzene, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique benzyl-substituted xylene structure, which provides specific reactivity and steric properties crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems for fine chemical manufacturing.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a core structure or side-chain modifier in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce benzyl-functional groups into polymer backbones to alter physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrances.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzyl-m-Xylene
CAS No.	28122-28-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethyl-5-benzylbenzene; 5-Benzyl-m-xylene; m-Xylene, 4-benzyl-; 3,5-Dimethylbenzylbenzene; 5-Benzyl-1,3-dimethylbenzene; Benzyl-m-xylene; (3,5-Dimethylphenyl)methane; 4-Benzyl-1,3-dimethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Benzyl-m-Xylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥98.0% (by GC), but higher purity grades are available. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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