Description

2-(2-Bromoethyl)-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is a specialized brominated aromatic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block, enabling the introduction of a reactive bromoethyl side chain onto a xylene core for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted phenethylamine or benzylamine framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromoethyl group acts as a linker or functional handle.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymers with tailored electronic or structural properties.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromoethyl)-1,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	79927-86-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13Br
Molecular Weight	213.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2,4-Dimethylbenzene; 2,4-Dimethylphenethyl Bromide; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)ethyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,4-dimethylphenylethane; 2-Bromoethyl-2,4-dimethylbenzene; Bromo(2,4-dimethylphenethyl); 79927-86-9
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Bromoethyl)-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 glass or opaque.

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.