Description

4-Bromo-3-Nitrotoluene is a versatile halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on a toluene backbone, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromo-nitro moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel synthetic pathways and creating custom chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	5326-34-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	216.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-methyl-5-nitrobenzene; 3-Nitro-4-bromotoluene; 4-Bromo-3-methylnitrobenzene; Toluene, 4-bromo-3-nitro-; 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1-bromobenzene; 5-Nitro-4-bromotoluene; 4-Bromo-3-nitro-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	226-190-3

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Nitrotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	73 - 77 °C
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.