Description

2-Cyclopropyl-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is a specialized aromatic compound featuring a cyclopropyl substituent on a dimethylbenzene (xylene) backbone, offering unique steric and electronic properties. This structural motif makes it a valuable advanced intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for developing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered or conformationally constrained aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclopropyl group can influence biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new organic reactions involving strained ring systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopropyl-1,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	36825-29-3
Molecular Formula	C11H14
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclopropyl-2,4-dimethylbenzene; 2,4-Dimethyl-1-cyclopropylbenzene; 2-Cyclopropyl-m-xylene; o-Cyclopropyl-m-xylene; 1,3-Dimethyl-2-cyclopropylbenzene; Cyclopropyl-m-xylene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclopropyl-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and support our products with detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA). Specifications can be aligned with cGMP and other relevant quality guidelines for research and development purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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