Description

(2-Bromo-5-Hexyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Diylidene)Bis-Cyanamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique quinonoid structure functionalized with bromine and cyanamide groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional chemicals where electron-accepting properties or specific cross-linking capabilities are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring halogenated quinone moieties for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, conductive materials, or photo-responsive resins.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a precursor or dopant for developing organic semiconductors and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in organic synthesis and as a reagent for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced colorants and pigments with enhanced stability or specific chromatic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromo-5-Hexyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Diylidene)Bis-Cyanamide
CAS No.	121720-53-4
Molecular Formula	C15H17BrN4
Molecular Weight	333.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-hexyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-diylidenedicyanamide; 2-Bromo-5-hexyl-p-benzoquinone bis-cyanamide; 1,4-Bis(cyanamino)-2-bromo-5-hexylbenzene; (2-Bromo-5-hexyl-1,4-cyclohexadiene-1,4-diylidene)dicyanamide; 2-Bromo-5-hexyl-1,4-benzoquinone dicyanamide; BHCB-Cyanamide; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of (2-Bromo-5-Hexyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Diylidene)Bis-Cyanamide is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, with specifications tailored to your application needs. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles is available for every shipment. Our quality commitment supports compliance with ISO and cGMP standards for research and production use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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