Description

2-Bromo-4,5-Dinitrotoluene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique halogenated and nitrated structure, which makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds with specific halogen-substituted aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo and nitro groups introduce specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex azo dyes and high-performance pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive components, due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating biaryl structures common in many advanced chemicals.
• Explosives and Energetic Materials Research: Utilized in controlled research settings for the development of specialized energetic compounds and propellant formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,5-Dinitrotoluene
CAS No.	857001-14-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2O4
Molecular Weight	261.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-methyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene; Toluene, 2-bromo-4,5-dinitro-; 4,5-Dinitro-2-bromotoluene; 2-Methyl-4,5-dinitrobromobenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-2-methyl-4,5-dinitro-; 2-Bromo-4,5-dinitro-1-methylbenzene; Bromodinitrotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,5-Dinitrotoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its nitroaromatic nature, store separately from strong reducing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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