Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-1,4-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Benzene is a versatile chloromethylated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, where the chloromethyl group provides a reactive site for further derivatization, and the isopropyl substituents influence steric and electronic properties. This intermediate is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a substituted benzyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic core is integral to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and high-performance polymers.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-1,4-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	58502-84-4
Molecular Formula	C13H19Cl
Molecular Weight	210.74 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloromethyl-2,5-Diisopropylbenzene; 2,5-Diisopropylbenzyl Chloride; 2-Chloromethyl-1,4-Diisopropylbenzene; 1,4-Bis(1-Methylethyl)-2-(chloromethyl)benzene; 2,5-Diisopropylbenzyl Chloride; 2,5-Bis(1-Methylethyl)benzyl Chloride; α-Chloro-2,5-diisopropyltoluene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,4-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific research or production requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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