Description

3,5-Dibromo-Biphenyl is a halogenated biphenyl derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and crucial building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and materials science sectors. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and electronic materials industries for creating novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the dibrominated biphenyl core imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a fundamental building block for creating organic semiconductors, liquid crystal display (LCD) components, and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers and epoxy resins to enhance flame retardancy, thermal stability, and other material properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for synthesizing novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis for cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Essential reagent in chemical research for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dibromo-Biphenyl
CAS No.	16372-96-6
Molecular Formula	C12H8Br2
Molecular Weight	312.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-5-phenylbenzene; 3,5-Dibromo-1,1'-biphenyl; Biphenyl, 3,5-dibromo-; m,m'-Dibromobiphenyl; NSC 406106; 3,5-Dibromodiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dibromo-Biphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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