Description

1,2-Bis(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzene is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic compound featuring dual bromomethyl and a nitro functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with complex heterocyclic or bridged structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create new active compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for the production of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced functional materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organic and organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecular scaffolds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized nitro-aromatic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	66126-16-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	308.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzene; 3-Nitro-1,2-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 1,2-Di(bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzene; 2,3-Bis(bromomethyl)nitrobenzene; o-Xylylene bromide, 3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-o-xylylene dibromide; α,α'-Dibromo-3-nitro-o-xylene; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(Bromomethyl)-3-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.