Description

1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-2,5-Dimethylbenzene is a high-purity brominated aromatic compound, widely recognized as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual bromomethyl functional groups, which provide excellent reactivity for cross-coupling and polymerization reactions, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a fundamental building block for creating advanced functional materials used in displays and electronics.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or monomer to introduce specific properties into specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-2,5-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	35168-62-8
Molecular Formula	C10H12Br2
Molecular Weight	292.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene; p-Xylylene dibromide, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethyl-p-xylylene dibromide; α,α'-Dibromo-2,5-dimethyl-p-xylene; 2,5-Dimethyl-α,α'-dibromo-p-xylene; DBDMX
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-2,5-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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