Description

2-Bromo-1,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzene is a specialized halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine and nitro substituents on a dimethylbenzene backbone, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for creating targeted drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its halogen and nitro groups are leveraged for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and functional group transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color strength and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	90434-14-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,6-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Bromo-3,5-dimethylnitrobenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-nitro-1-bromobenzene; 2-Bromo-1,5-dimethyl-3-nitro-benzene; 3-Nitro-2-bromo-1,5-dimethylbenzene; Benzene, 2-bromo-1,5-dimethyl-3-nitro-; 90434-14-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

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

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