Description

1,3-Dibromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzene is a versatile brominated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty chemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• As a crucial intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis for the development of novel drug candidates.
• Utilized in agrochemical research for creating new pesticides and herbicides.
• Serves as a key building block in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials and other advanced electronic chemicals.
• Used in polymer chemistry as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty resins.
• Acts as a reactive intermediate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Employed in ligand synthesis for catalysis and material science applications.
• Applied in dye and pigment manufacturing processes.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dibromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	93701-32-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br3
Molecular Weight	328.83 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-dibromobenzene; 1,3-Dibromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzene; 2,4-Dibromo-1-(bromomethyl)benzene; α,2,4-Tribromotoluene; Tribromotoluene; NSC 403120; Benzene, 1,3-dibromo-2-(bromomethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dibromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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