Description

2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is a high-purity halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a versatile, multi-functional scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine and bromine substituents for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials (LCM): Serves as a core building block for fluorine-containing liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport materials and host materials for phosphorescent emitters.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom is an excellent handle for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Negishi, and Stille couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel polymers and organic semiconductors with tailored electronic properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	14659-58-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrF
Molecular Weight	203.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-fluoro-2,6-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-fluorobromobenzene; 4-Fluoro-2,6-dimethylbromobenzene; 5-Fluoro-2,6-dimethylbromobenzene; 2-Bromo-5-fluoro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-fluorophenyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Fluoro-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent lot-to-lot performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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