Description

2,4-Dimethylbenzyl Bromide is a versatile and reactive organic intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its benzylic bromide functionality makes it an essential reagent for introducing the 2,4-dimethylbenzyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly critical for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to create active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a substituted benzyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dimethylbenzyl structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for advanced materials used in electronic displays, leveraging its aromatic structure for molecular engineering.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific spectral properties.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties for specialized plastic and resin applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings for creating biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4-Dimethylbenzyl Bromide
CAS No.	78831-87-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11Br
Molecular Weight	199.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-2,4-dimethylbenzene; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)methyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,4-dimethyltoluene; 2,4-Dimethyl-α-bromotoluene; 2,4-Dimethylbenzylbromide; 2,4-Xylyl Bromide; 2,4-DMBzBr
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethylbenzyl Bromide is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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