Description

4-Bromophenyl Isothiocyanate is a versatile aromatic isothiocyanate derivative, a crucial building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its highly reactive isothiocyanate (-N=C=S) group, which readily undergoes addition and cyclization reactions to form heterocyclic compounds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, serving as a key precursor for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of thiourea derivatives, benzothiazoles, and other heterocyclic scaffolds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators by incorporating the bromophenyl moiety into active molecules.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering material properties for advanced applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of activity-based probes for studying enzyme function and protein labeling due to its electrophilic reactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromophenyl Isothiocyanate
CAS No.	1985-12-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNS
Molecular Weight	214.08 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Bromophenyl isothiocyanate; 1-Bromo-4-isothiocyanatobenzene; 4-Bromophenyl mustard oil; (4-Bromophenyl)carbimido thioate; Isothiocyanic acid, 4-bromophenyl ester; NSC 404087; 4-Bromobenzene isothiocyanate
EINECS	217-874-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromophenyl Isothiocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or otherwise light-resistant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C

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