Description

1,2-Di(Chloromethyl)-3,4,5,6-Tetramethylbenzene is a versatile and synthetically valuable organic intermediate characterized by its reactive chloromethyl groups on a sterically hindered aromatic core. This compound is crucial for the precise construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring controlled functionalization and high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring sterically defined, multi-functional aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its structure contributes to specific bioactivity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Employed in the production of high-performance polymers, such as polyarylene ethers or cross-linked resins, where it introduces reactive sites for further modification or cross-linking.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials, porous organic frameworks (POFs), and other advanced functional materials due to its rigid, modifiable structure.
• Chemical Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in the formulation of specialty coatings, adhesives, and elastomers to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Di(Chloromethyl)-3,4,5,6-Tetramethylbenzene
CAS No.	29002-55-9
Molecular Formula	C12H16Cl2
Molecular Weight	231.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)-3,4,5,6-tetramethylbenzene; 3,4,5,6-Tetramethyl-1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene; 1,2-Di(chloromethyl)durol; Durene-1,2-diylbis(chloromethane); 1,2-Di(chloromethyl)tetramethylbenzene; 1,2-DCM-TMB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2-Di(Chloromethyl)-3,4,5,6-Tetramethylbenzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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