Description

1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene is a halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce bromine atoms and a specific dimethylbenzene backbone, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of complex small-molecule drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the dibromo-dimethylbenzene moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a foundational structure for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers requiring precise bromination patterns for desired electronic or physical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	75024-22-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2
Molecular Weight	263.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-1,4-dibromobenzene; 1,4-Dibromo-2,3-xylene; 2,3-Dimethyl-p-dibromobenzene; p-Dibromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene; Benzene, 1,4-dibromo-2,3-dimethyl-; NSC 163491
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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