Description

m-Bromobenzoyl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid halide derivative. This compound is a critical building block in organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce the m-bromobenzoyl moiety into target molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for complex chemical transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a meta-substituted benzoyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its specific bromine substitution pattern is advantageous.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Peptide Coupling Reagent: Acts as an activating agent for carboxylic acids in peptide bond formation and other condensation reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Bromobenzoyl Bromide
CAS No.	16331-47-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2O
Molecular Weight	263.92 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromobenzoyl Bromide; m-Bromobenzoic Acid Bromide; 3-Bromobenzoic Acid Bromide; meta-Bromobenzoyl Bromide; Benzoyl bromide, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromobenzoyl bromide; 1-Bromo-3-(bromocarbonyl)benzene
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Quality Control

Our m-Bromobenzoyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.