Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-1-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is a versatile and high-value aromatic building block characterized by its bromomethyl, nitro, and trifluoromethyl functional groups. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the precise introduction of multiple reactive handles into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel fluorinated polymers and liquid crystals, contributing to advanced materials with unique electronic and surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-1-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	133605-28-4
Molecular Formula	C9H5BrF3NO2
Molecular Weight	296.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Nitro-2-(bromomethyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Bromomethyl-1-nitro-4-trifluoromethylbenzene; α-Bromo-2-nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-xylene; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-(bromomethyl)nitrobenzene; 2-Nitro-α-(bromomethyl)-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-xylene; 1-Bromomethyl-2-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; (2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-1-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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