Description

3-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorotoluene is a halogenated toluene derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This high-purity compound is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with specific biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring specific halogen-substituted aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and chloro substituents impart specific bioactivity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex halogenated dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Negishi, and Stille couplings, enabling the formation of new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorotoluene
CAS No.	206559-41-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2
Molecular Weight	239.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methylbenzene; 2,4-Dichloro-3-bromotoluene; 3-Bromo-2,4-dichloro-1-methylbenzene; Toluene, 3-bromo-2,4-dichloro-; 2-Methyl-1-bromo-3,5-dichlorobenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 3-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorotoluene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

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

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