Description

4-Bromophenethyl Bromide is a versatile and high-purity brominated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity as an alkylating agent and its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing brominated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromophenethyl groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like flame retardancy or thermal stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki, Heck, and Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Bromophenethyl Bromide
CAS No.	1746-28-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2
Molecular Weight	263.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Bromoethyl)-4-bromobenzene; 2-(4-Bromophenyl)ethyl Bromide; 4-Bromophenethyl Bromide; p-Bromophenethyl Bromide; (4-Bromophenyl)ethyl Bromide; 2-(p-Bromophenyl)ethyl Bromide; 1-Bromo-2-(4-bromophenyl)ethane
EINECS	217-130-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromophenethyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.