Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Isopropylbenzene is a versatile aromatic bromomethyl intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized phosphine ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Functional Group Transformation: The reactive bromomethyl group allows for conversion to various other functionalities like aldehydes, nitriles, and amines.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Isopropylbenzene
CAS No.	75369-42-5
Molecular Formula	C10H13Br
Molecular Weight	213.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropylbenzyl Bromide; m-Isopropylbenzyl Bromide; (3-Isopropylphenyl)methyl Bromide; 1-Bromomethyl-3-Isopropylbenzene; α-Bromo-m-Isopropyltoluene; 3-(Bromomethyl)cumene; m-Cumenylmethyl Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-Isopropylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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