Description

Benzene, 2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl- is a halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring two reactive bromine substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty agrochemicals, and high-value material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in constructing complex aromatic cores for potential therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its bromine atoms enable specific functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce complex substituents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	66790-58-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10Br2
Molecular Weight	277.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dibromo-3-methylbenzyl bromide; 2-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-1,2-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 1,2-Bis(bromomethyl)-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-o-xylylene dibromide; o-Xylylene dibromide, 3-methyl-; Benzene, 1,2-bis(bromomethyl)-3-methyl-; (2-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 2-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

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 (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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