Description

2-Bromo-2'-Chlorobiphenyl is a halogenated biphenyl derivative, a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in drug discovery and development pipelines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, leveraging its biphenyl core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling and other catalytic reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as those for OLEDs or conductive polymers, due to its aromatic and halogenated structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research in universities and corporate R&D centers exploring new reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-2'-Chlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	107208-70-8
Molecular Formula	C12H8BrCl
Molecular Weight	267.55 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-(2-chlorophenyl)benzene; 2'-Chloro-2-bromobiphenyl; (2-Chlorophenyl)(2-bromophenyl); Biphenyl, 2-bromo-2'-chloro-; 2-Bromo-2'-chloro-1,1'-biphenyl; 2-(2-Bromophenyl)chlorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-2'-Chlorobiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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.