Description

2,5-Dichlorobenzyl Bromide is a versatile and reactive halogenated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key electrophilic intermediate for introducing the benzyl bromide moiety into target molecules, enabling the construction of complex chemical architectures. This compound is particularly critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dichloro-substituted benzyl group can confer specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic frameworks, polymers, and liquid crystals due to its reactive bromomethyl group.
• Chemical Derivatization: Used in analytical chemistry to derivative compounds for detection or separation purposes via the bromoalkylation reaction.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichlorobenzyl Bromide
CAS No.	85482-13-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2
Molecular Weight	239.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-2,5-dichlorobenzene; (2,5-Dichlorophenyl)methyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,5-dichlorotoluene; 2,5-Dichloro-α-bromotoluene; Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-2,5-dichloro-; 2,5-Dichlorobenzylbromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichlorobenzyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project's 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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