Description

2-Bromo-1-Methyl-4-tert-Butyl-Benzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable brominated aromatic compound. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require reliable building blocks for drug discovery and active ingredient development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a sterically hindered, brominated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the tert-butyl and bromo substituents impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and the manufacture of specialty chemicals for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-Methyl-4-tert-Butyl-Benzene
CAS No.	61024-94-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15Br
Molecular Weight	227.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-methyl-5-tert-butylbenzene; 2-Methyl-5-tert-butyl-1-bromobenzene; 5-tert-Butyl-2-methylbromobenzene; 4-tert-Butyl-2-bromotoluene; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butyltoluene; 2-Bromo-p-cymene; 1-tert-Butyl-4-bromo-3-methylbenzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-1-Methyl-4-tert-Butyl-Benzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your precise research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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