Description

4-Chlorobenzyl Bromide is a versatile and reactive organic halide compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive benzyl bromide group and a chloro substituent, makes it an essential intermediate for introducing the 4-chlorobenzyl moiety into target molecules. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a 4-chlorobenzyl functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a precursor for compounds with specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the research and development of advanced polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Derivatization: Utilized in analytical chemistry and biochemistry for the derivatization of compounds to enhance detection or alter physical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: A critical intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorobenzyl Bromide
CAS No.	622-95-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	205.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-chlorobenzene; p-Chlorobenzyl Bromide; α-Bromo-4-chlorotoluene; 4-Chlorophenylmethyl Bromide; (4-Chlorophenyl)methyl Bromide; p-Chlorobenzyl Bromide; 4-Chloro-α-bromotoluene; Bromo(4-chlorophenyl)methane
EINECS	210-764-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Chlorobenzyl Bromide is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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