Description

3-Bromo-5-Fluorobenzotrifluoride is a high-purity halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine, fluorine, and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing specific functionalities into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the synthesis of molecules with fluorine-containing bioactive groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of polymers, ligands, and advanced materials with tailored electronic and physical properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control and research laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Fluorobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	130723-13-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrF4
Molecular Weight	242.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3-Bromo-5-fluoro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 3-Bromo-5-fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoromethylbenzene; 5-Fluoro-3-bromobenzotrifluoride; (3-Bromo-5-fluorophenyl)trifluoromethane; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; m-Bromo-m'-fluorobenzotrifluoride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Fluorobenzotrifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

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 strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.