Description

2,4,5-Tribromo-α-Methylstyrene is a halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its high bromine content and reactive vinyl group make it a valuable building block for introducing sterically hindered, flame-retardant, or heavy-atom functional groups into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where bromine atoms are utilized for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies or to modulate bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Flame Retardant Additive: Incorporated as a reactive comonomer or additive in polymers like polystyrene, polyesters, and epoxy resins to impart inherent flame-retardant properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for brominated aromatic cores used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to its ability to influence molecular packing and electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new coupling reactions, polymerization techniques, and as a model compound in halogenation mechanism studies.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of brominated dyes and pigments that offer improved lightfastness and color stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,5-Tribromo-α-Methylstyrene
CAS No.	58683-72-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7Br3
Molecular Weight	362.87 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,4,5-Tribromophenyl)propene; 2,4,5-Tribromo-1-(1-propenyl)benzene; α-Methyl-2,4,5-tribromostyrene; 2,4,5-Tribromo-α-methylstyrene; (2,4,5-Tribromophenyl)propene; Tribromomethylstyrene; TBS (abbrev.); 58683-72-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,5-Tribromo-α-Methylstyrene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

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