Description

1,4-Dibromo-3,5-Dichloro-2-Methylbenzene is a halogenated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This multi-substituted benzene derivative serves as a versatile and valuable building block for the development of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring complex halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its specific halogen pattern can influence bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) or nucleophilic aromatic substitution, leveraging its reactive bromine and chlorine sites.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized halogenated dyes and pigments with unique color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-3,5-Dichloro-2-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	951884-87-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2Cl2
Molecular Weight	328.82 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,4-dibromo-3,5-dichlorobenzene; 3,5-Dichloro-1,4-dibromo-2-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1,4-dibromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methyl-; 1,4-Dibromo-3,5-dichloro-2-methyl-benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,4-Dibromo-3,5-Dichloro-2-Methylbenzene adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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