Description

4'-Bromo-3-Methylbiphenyl is a high-purity brominated biphenyl derivative, serving as a versatile and critical organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core that enables precise molecular construction for specialized applications. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production units in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it is used to build complex target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring a halogenated biphenyl scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent for engineering plastics and high-performance polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and other organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Bromo-3-Methylbiphenyl
CAS No.	56961-07-0
Molecular Formula	C13H11Br
Molecular Weight	247.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4'-bromobiphenyl; 1-Bromo-4-(3-methylphenyl)benzene; 4-Bromo-3'-methylbiphenyl; (3-Methylphenyl)-4-bromobenzene; 4'-Bromo-3-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl; Biphenyl, 4'-bromo-3-methyl-; 56961-07-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Bromo-3-Methylbiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.