2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-dimethylbenzene(CAS#83902-02-7)
2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-dimethylbenzene(CAS#83902-02-7),Introduction
2,6-dimethylbenzyl bromide is an organic compound. Here is an introduction to some of its properties, uses, manufacturing methods, and safety information:
nature:
-Appearance: Colorless or pale yellow liquid
Purpose:
-2,6-dimethylbenzyl bromide is mainly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis compounds.
Manufacturing method:
-2,6-dimethylbenzyl bromide is typically prepared by reacting 2,6-dimethylbenzyl alcohol with hydrobromic acid. The reaction is usually carried out in the presence of a solvent (such as ethanol) and heated to the appropriate reaction temperature.
Safety information: It is an irritant compound that may have irritating effects on the eyes and skin. When using it, avoid contact with skin and eyes, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as gloves and goggles.
-It is still a flammable substance and must be stored away from sources of ignition in a cool, well ventilated place.
-When handling the compound, correct laboratory operating procedures should be followed and good chemical laboratory practices should be followed for processing and disposal.
Application
2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-dimethylbenzene (CAS 83902-02-7) is a functionalized benzyl bromide derivative featuring two methyl groups ortho to the bromomethyl moiety. This structural motif makes it a valuable alkylating agent and building block in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical synthesis. The benzylic bromine undergoes nucleophilic substitution readily with amines, thiols, alcohols, and carboxylates, enabling introduction of the 2,6-dimethylbenzyl fragment into target molecules. It is used in the preparation of antifungal agents, antibacterial drugs, and kinase inhibitors, as well as in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium salts, phase-transfer catalysts, and specialty surfactants. In materials science, it serves as a monomer for functional polymers and as a precursor for photoinitiators. The compound also finds applications in ligand design for transition-metal catalysis and in the synthesis of calixarene derivatives. High purity is critical for reproducible yields in multistep syntheses. Xinchem offers custom synthesis, custom chemical synthesis, and contract manufacturing of 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-dimethylbenzene with strict quality control and flexible scaling from R&D to commercial volumes. Contact us today for a competitive quote and reliable global supply.
