Description

4-Isopropyl Benzyl Bromide is a versatile and reactive alkylating agent, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the 4-isopropylbenzyl group, a crucial building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring the lipophilic isopropylbenzyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its structure contributes to biological activity and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a key building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules used in display technologies.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of specialty dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Utilized to functionalize polymers or as a monomer component to impart specific chemical resistance or thermal properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as an electrophile in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form complex biaryl structures.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Isopropyl Benzyl Bromide
CAS No.	65724-11-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13Br
Molecular Weight	213.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-(1-methylethyl)benzene; (4-Isopropylphenyl)methyl bromide; p-Isopropylbenzyl bromide; 4-(1-Methylethyl)benzyl bromide; α-Bromo-4-isopropyltoluene; Cumylmethyl bromide; 4-Cumylmethyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 4-Isopropyl Benzyl Bromide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production 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 and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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