Description

2,5-Dibromo-4-Nitrotoluene is a halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its bromine and nitro functional groups, which enable selective substitution reactions and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

2,5-Dibromo-4-Nitrotoluene is a key precursor in the synthesis of various high-value compounds. Its primary applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing complex aromatic or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the bromine atoms allow for further functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material for the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: Utilized in the development of advanced electronic materials due to its ability to modify molecular polarity and conjugation.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings to create biaryl and other complex systems.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-4-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	219310-40-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	294.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dibromo-2-methyl-5-nitrobenzene; 4-Nitro-2,5-dibromotoluene; Toluene, 2,5-dibromo-4-nitro-; 2-Methyl-1,4-dibromo-5-nitrobenzene; 2,5-Dibromo-p-nitrotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromo-4-Nitrotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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