Description

3,4-Dibromo-1,2-naphthoquinone is a halogenated quinone derivative that serves as a versatile and highly reactive synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a key electrophile and building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and polycyclic aromatic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of anthraquinone-based drugs and other bioactive molecules with potential antitumor or antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen sites for molecular diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a foundational component for producing high-performance, light-fast anthraquinone dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for n-type organic semiconductors and electron-accepting materials in OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to introduce quinone moieties into polymer backbones for specialized coatings.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and cascade reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dibromo-1,2-Naphthoquinone
CAS No.	18398-37-3
Molecular Formula	C10H4Br2O2
Molecular Weight	315.95 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dibromo-1,2-naphthoquinone; 1,2-Naphthoquinone, 3,4-dibromo-; 3,4-Dibromonaphthalene-1,2-dione; 3,4-Dibromo-1,2-dihydro-1,2-dioxonaphthalene; NSC 404080; Dibromonaphthoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dibromo-1,2-naphthoquinone is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.