Description

3-Bromo-4,5-Dichlorotoluene is a halogenated toluene derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific halogenated aromatic motifs into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity or as a handle for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and chloro substituents contribute to efficacy and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile electrophile in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution, enabling the construction of complex, multi-substituted arenes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: An intermediate in the production of high-performance, halogenated dyes and pigments that offer enhanced lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4,5-Dichlorotoluene
CAS No.	960305-14-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2
Molecular Weight	240.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2,3-dichloro-4-methylbenzene; 2,3-Dichloro-1-bromo-4-methylbenzene; Toluene, 3-bromo-4,5-dichloro-; 4-Methyl-2,3-dichlorobromobenzene; 3-Bromo-4,5-dichloro-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4,5-Dichlorotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is soluble in common organic solvents; handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.