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1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene

1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene structure

1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene 

structure
  • CAS No:

    576-23-8

  • Formula:

    C8H9Br

  • Chemical Name:

    1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene

  • Synonyms:

    Benzene,1-bromo-2,3-dimethyl-;o-Xylene,3-bromo-;1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene;2,3-Dimethylbromobenzene;3-Bromo-o-xylene;3-Bromo-1,2-xylene;3-Bromo-1,2-dimethylbenzene;NSC 76561

  • Categories:

    Organic Chemistry  >  Hydrocarbons and Derivatives

Description

1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene, commonly referred to as ortho-bromotoluene, is an aromatic compound that features a single bromine atom as a substituent attached to the benzene ring, along with two methyl groups positioned at the second and third carbon atoms on the ring. This particular compound is generally observed as a colorless or sometimes a pale yellow liquid, indicating its physical state under normal conditions.

1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene Basic Attributes

185.06

185.06

2077312

209-398-2

76561

DTXSID90206231

29039990

Characteristics

0

3.91

Clear colorless Liquid

1.366 g/cm3 @ Temp: 15 °C

21ºC

214 °C

177 °F

1.544

Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.

Store below +30°C.

Safety Information

I; II; III

6.1

UN28106.1/PG3

3

36/37/38

26-36/37/39-24/25

Xi

Irritant

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

H315-H319-H335

|Warning|H315 (98.11%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]|P261, P264, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P312, P321, P332+P313, P337+P313, P362, P403+P233, P405, and P501|Aggregated GHS information provided by 53 companies from 11 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.

1-Bromo-2,3-dimethylbenzene Use and Manufacturing

1-Bromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene plays a crucial role in the field of organic chemistry as it is widely utilized as an essential intermediate in the synthesis of numerous compounds. Specifically, it finds extensive application in the production of pharmaceuticals, where it acts as a precursor for the creation of various medicinal compounds. Its utility extends to the realm of agrochemicals as well, where it contributes to the development of substances that are vital for agricultural purposes, such as pesticides and herbicides. Beyond these sectors, 1-Bromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene is also employed in the synthesis of a broad array of other organic compounds, underscoring its versatility in chemical manufacturing. In the context of chemical reactions, this compound serves as a key building block, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions. These reactions involve the displacement of a bromine atom by a nucleophile, a process that is fundamental to many synthetic pathways in organic chemistry. The presence of the bromine atom in the 1-position and the methyl groups in the 2,3-positions provides specific reactivity and selectivity, making 1-Bromo-2,3-Dimethylbenzene a valuable starting material for complex molecule construction in both laboratory and industrial settings.

Computed Properties

Molecular Weight:185.06
XLogP3:3.7
Exact Mass:183.98876
Monoisotopic Mass:183.98876
Heavy Atom Count:9
Complexity:90.6
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:1
Compound Is Canonicalized:Yes

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