Description

Sulfur Bromopentafluoride Please Inquire CAS NO 15607-89-3 is a highly reactive inorganic compound primarily used as a specialized fluorinating and brominating agent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique combination of sulfur, bromine, and fluorine atoms makes it a valuable reagent for introducing functional groups and modifying molecular structures under controlled conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise halogenation is required for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a powerful fluorination and bromination reagent in the production of complex organic and inorganic intermediates.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates requiring specific halogen atom incorporation.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides where fluorine/bromine substitution enhances biological activity and stability.
• Electrolyte Additives: Investigated for use in high-energy-density battery systems, such as lithium-ion batteries, to improve electrolyte stability and performance.
• Surface Modification: Utilized in plasma etching and surface functionalization processes within the semiconductor and electronics industries.
• Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor or ligand modifier in the creation of novel catalysts for polymerization and other industrial processes.
• Energetic Materials Research: Studied as a potential component or oxidizer in the formulation of specialized propellants and pyrotechnics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sulfur Bromopentafluoride Please Inquire
CAS No.	15607-89-3
Molecular Formula	BrF5S
Molecular Weight	222.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromopentafluorosulfur; Sulfur Bromide Pentafluoride; Bromosulfur Pentafluoride; Pentafluorobromosulfurane; Bromine Pentafluorosulfide; SF5Br; Thiazyl Bromide Pentafluoride Analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Sulfur Bromopentafluoride is manufactured and handled under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including gas chromatography (GC) and NMR spectroscopy, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, this material must be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as strong acids/organic solvents and fluoride/strong alkali compounds. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a dedicated, temperature-controlled environment (recommended 2-8°C) is advised. Always refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete handling and storage instructions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow gas / compressed liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (Titration)	Contact for details

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