Description

5-Bromo-2-Chlorotoluene is a halogenated toluene derivative serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its halogen atoms enable further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of halogenated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for creating specialized electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex halogenated dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Chlorotoluene
CAS No.	54932-72-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	205.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-chloro-2-methylbenzene; 2-Chloro-5-bromotoluene; 4-Chloro-2-methyl-1-bromobenzene; 5-Bromo-2-chloro-1-methylbenzene; Toluene, 5-bromo-2-chloro-; 2-Methyl-4-chlorobromobenzene; 2-Chloro-5-bromo-1-methylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Chlorotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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