Description

2,3-Dibromotoluene is a halogenated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This versatile brominated intermediate is valued for its reactivity, enabling selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor to fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for introducing bromine substituents and for further functional group transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromotoluene
CAS No.	61563-25-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6Br2
Molecular Weight	249.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dibromo-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-1,2-dibromobenzene; Toluene, 2,3-dibromo-; 2,3-Dibromo-1-methylbenzene; o,m-Dibromotoluene
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromotoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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