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3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide 0.5M in THF
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3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide is a Grignard reagent solution used primarily in organic synthesis for carbon-carbon bond formation, including the preparation of aromatic ketones, alcohols, and other complex molecules. This 0.5M solution in tetrahydrofuran (THF) is a reactive intermediate requiring careful handling. CAS 34696-73-6, molecular formula (CH3)2C6H3MgBr, molecular weight 209.37 g/mol. Store at 2–8°C under inert gas; signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to brown liquid |
| Assay | 0.40 to 0.60M |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | -18 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90031260 |
| CAS Number | 34696-73-6 |
| IUPAC Name | magnesium;1,3-dimethylbenzene-5-ide;bromide |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)2C6H3MgBr |
| Molecular Weight | 209.37 |
| Exact Mass | 207.9738 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C[C-]=C1)C.[Mg+2].[Br-] |
| InChIKey | UWIBIDGHIMGNRC-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9.BrH.Mg/c1-7-4-3-5-8(2)6-7;;/h4-6H,1-2H3;1H;/q-1;;+2/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 10965748 |
| UN Number | UN2924 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29319030 |
| Tariff Code | 2931900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3,5-dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide
- 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide 0.5 M in Tetrahydrofuran
- 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide 1.0 M in 2-MeTHF
- 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide, 0.5M in 2-MeTHF
- 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide, 0.5M THF
- magnesium;1,3-dimethylbenzene-5-ide;bromide
- XPXQQJMQESWIKM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Frequently asked questions
What is 3,5-Dimethylphenylmagnesium bromide (0.5M in THF) commonly used for?
This Grignard reagent is primarily used in organic synthesis for forming carbon-carbon bonds, such as in the preparation of ketones, alcohols, and other complex organic molecules.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The formula is **(CH₃)₂C₆H₃MgBr**, and the molecular weight is **209.37 g/mol**.
How should this product be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and air, as it is highly reactive.
What grade or purity is available for this product?
Molekula supplies this product in **reagent-grade purity**, suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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