Description

Benzene, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo-1,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)- is a highly functionalized, multi-halogenated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture, featuring bromine and iodine substituents on a diisopropylbenzene core, makes it a versatile and valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This intermediate is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki, Stille, or Negishi couplings to introduce complex aryl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its halogenated structure allows for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for the development of advanced organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A crucial reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo-1,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)-
CAS No.	946147-63-3
Molecular Formula	C12H16BrI
Molecular Weight	367.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-iodo-2,5-diisopropylbenzene; 5-Bromo-2-iodo-1,3-diisopropylbenzene; 2,5-Diisopropyl-1-bromo-4-iodobenzene; 1,3-Bis(1-methylethyl)-5-bromo-2-iodobenzene; 5-Bromo-2-iodo-m-diisopropylbenzene; 946147-63-3; Benzene, 1-bromo-4-iodo-2,5-bis(1-methylethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our Benzene, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo-1,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and identity. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems support compliance with global regulatory requirements for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored away from strong light sources. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.