Description

2,5-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dioctylbenzene is a specialized brominated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring two reactive bromomethyl groups on a dialkylbenzene core, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This product is primarily targeted at research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require high-purity intermediates for creating novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring lipophilic aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its specific hydrophobic properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic compounds and charge-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to impart flame retardancy or alter the physical properties of specialty polymers.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or homogeneous catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate R&D labs focusing on novel organic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dioctylbenzene
CAS No.	870704-21-5
Molecular Formula	C26H44Br2
Molecular Weight	524.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dioctyl-2,5-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 2,5-Di(bromomethyl)-1,4-dioctylbenzene; 1,4-Bis(octyl)-2,5-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; p-Dioctyl-α,α'-dibromoxylene; Benzene, 1,4-dioctyl-2,5-bis(bromomethyl)-; BBDOB (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,4-Dioctylbenzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards where applicable, supporting regulatory filings in pharmaceutical and agrochemical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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