Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is a high-value, multi-functional halogenated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because its unique structure, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a fluorine substituent on a dimethylbenzene core, enables precise molecular construction in complex chemical processes. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel fluorinated monomers or additives for advanced polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for introducing fluorinated tags or reporter groups into biomolecules for study.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring tailored fluorinated aromatic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	200799-19-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10BrF
Molecular Weight	217.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-1,3-dimethyl-2-(bromomethyl)benzene; 1-Bromomethyl-2,4-dimethyl-5-fluorobenzene; 2,4-Dimethyl-5-fluorobenzyl bromide; 5-Fluoro-α,2,4-trimethylbenzyl bromide; (5-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylphenyl)methyl bromide; 200799-19-5; 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-fluoro-1,3-xylene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, GC analysis, and NMR confirmation (1H, 13C, 19F). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality systems support development from research quantities to commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Typical 98-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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