Description

2,5-Dimethylbromobenzene is a versatile brominated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a selectively halogenated and methyl-substituted benzene core, enabling precise molecular construction in research and industrial processes. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications such as ligand synthesis, material science, and the development of active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethylbromobenzene
CAS No.	553-94-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9Br
Molecular Weight	185.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,5-dimethylbenzene; 2,5-Dimethylphenyl bromide; 2,5-Xylyl bromide; Bromo-2,5-dimethylbenzene; (2,5-Dimethylphenyl)bromide; o-Xylene-4-bromide; 4-Bromo-o-xylene
EINECS	209-052-5

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethylbromobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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