Name: 4-Methylbenzyl Bromide
Cas: 104-81-4
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on 4-Methylbenzyl Bromide
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C8H9Br |
| MW: | 185.06 |
| EINECS: | 203-240-6 |
Basic Info
4-methylbromobenzyl is an organic compound with the chemical formula C, H Br. Its molecular structure can be regarded as a derivative formed when the hydrogen atom of the methyl ortho position (4th position) in toluene molecule is replaced by a bromine atom. It usually appears as a colorless to light yellow liquid and has a certain degree of volatility. Due to the presence of both methyl and bromomethyl functional groups in its molecule, it possesses specific chemical activity.
The physical properties of this compound are closely related to its molecular structure. Its relative density is greater than that of water. It is slightly soluble in water and easily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. As a kind of halogenated hydrocarbon, the bromine atom on its bromomethyl group has strong reactivity, which lays a structural foundation for its participation in various organic chemical reactions and is an intermediate raw material of great value in organic synthesis.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | 34-36 °C(lit.) |
| Boiling point | 218-220 °C(lit.) |
| density | 1,324 g/cm3 |
| refractive index | 1.5540 (estimate) |
| Fp | 208 °F |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | Chloroform (Sparingly), DMSO (Slightly) |
| form | Crystalline Mass |
| color | White to light yellow |
| Water Solubility | practically insoluble |
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•Organic Synthesis Field
4-Methylbenzyl bromide is a key intermediate in organic synthesis. The bromomethyl group (-CH₂Br) in its molecule has high reactivity and can introduce various functional groups through nucleophilic substitution reactions. For example, 4-methylbenzyl bromide can be prepared by reaction with sodium cyanide, and further hydrolysis can obtain 4-methylphenylacetic acid; reaction with alcohols under alkaline conditions can generate corresponding ether compounds; reaction with amines can synthesize benzylamine derivatives. These reactions provide a basis for the construction of complex organic molecules and are often used in the preparation of drugs, pesticides and functional material intermediates.
•Pharmaceutical Chemical Field
In pharmaceutical chemicals, 4-methylbenzyl bromide can be used as a raw material for the synthesis of a variety of drugs. The activity of its bromomethyl group enables it to participate in the construction of key structures of drug molecules. For example, in the synthesis routes of some anti-tumor drugs and antibacterial drugs, by reacting with nitrogen-containing and oxygen-containing heterocyclic compounds, benzyl structures are introduced, thereby giving the drug specific pharmacological activity. In addition, it can also be used to prepare benzyl protecting groups in drug intermediates, protect functional groups such as hydroxyl and amino groups in organic synthesis reactions, and ensure the selectivity and stability of the drug synthesis process.
•Material Science
In material science, 4-methylbenzyl bromide can be used to prepare functional polymer materials. For example, by copolymerizing it with monomers such as styrene and acrylate through free radical polymerization or ionic polymerization, bromomethyl functional groups can be introduced into the polymer chain, and then the polymer chain can be modified through subsequent reactions (such as quaternization and nucleophilic substitution) to give the material antibacterial, conductive or adsorption properties. In addition, it can also be used as a precursor of a crosslinker or initiator to participate in the preparation of polymer materials with a specific network structure, which is used for the performance optimization of coatings, adhesives or membrane materials.
•Pesticides and Fine Chemicals
In the field of pesticides and fine chemicals, 4-methylbenzyl bromide can be used to synthesize pesticide intermediates containing benzene ring structures. For example, it can be used to react with sulfur-containing compounds to prepare benzyl sulfide insecticide intermediates, and it can be used to react with heterocyclic amines to synthesize benzylamine derivatives with insecticidal and fungicidal activities. At the same time, it can also be used in fine chemicals to prepare intermediates for fragrances and dyes. Through the transformation of bromomethyl functional groups, molecules with specific chromophores or aroma structures can be constructed to meet the needs of daily chemical, textile and other industries.
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We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
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Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
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Different quantity has different discount.
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