Description

3-Bromo-3'-Methylbiphenyl is a high-purity, halogenated biphenyl derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for cross-coupling reactions and as a building block for liquid crystals and organic electronic components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the biphenyl core is required.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor in the production of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research: An essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and dye molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-3'-Methylbiphenyl
CAS No.	844856-54-8
Molecular Formula	C13H11Br
Molecular Weight	247.13 g/mol
Synonyms	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-bromo-3'-methyl; 3'-Methyl-3-bromobiphenyl; 3-Bromo-3'-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl; 3-Bromo-3'-methylbiphenyl; 3-Bromo-3'-methyl-diphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-3'-Methylbiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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