Description

2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-bromo-4-methylbenzoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties. This intermediate is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity, reliable starting materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated benzoyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo-methyl substitution pattern confers specific bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers, including polyamides and polyesters with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, library synthesis, and exploring new chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	53456-09-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	233.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-p-toluoyl chloride; 4-Methyl-2-bromobenzoyl chloride; o-Bromo-p-toluoyl chloride; 2-Bromo-4-methylbenzenecarbonyl chloride; (2-Bromo-4-methylphenyl)carbonyl chloride; α-Bromo-p-toluoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-bromo-4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong bases, and alcohols. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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