Description

4-tert-Butyl-2,5-Dichlorotoluene is a specialized chlorinated aromatic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both tert-butyl and chlorine substituents, makes it a key building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This chemical is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds requiring a sterically hindered aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dichlorotoluene moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and functional group transformations to create complex, multi-substituted aromatic systems for research and scale-up.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the manufacture of advanced colorants and optical materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butyl-2,5-Dichlorotoluene
CAS No.	61468-35-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14Cl2
Molecular Weight	217.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-tert-Butyl-3,6-dichloro-2-methylbenzene; 2-Methyl-5-tert-butyl-1,4-dichlorobenzene; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2,5-dichloro-1-methylbenzene; 2,5-Dichloro-4-tert-butyltoluene; Toluene, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,5-dichloro-; 4-tert-Butyl-2,5-dichloro-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butyl-2,5-Dichlorotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports your regulatory needs for research and commercial production.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.