Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the creation of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing functionalized mesitylene derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a functionalized mesitylene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromomethyl group facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Derivatization: Utilized in organic synthesis for introducing the 2,4,6-trimethylphenyl (mesityl) group into target molecules via the reactive bromomethyl functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene
CAS No.	4761-00-6
Molecular Formula	C10H13Br
Molecular Weight	213.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene; 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl Bromide; Mesityl Bromide; Mesitylmethyl Bromide; α-Bromomesitylene; Bromomethylmesitylene; (2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)methyl Bromide
EINECS	225-300-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.