Description

1,4-Dibromo-2-(Difluoromethyl)Benzene is a high-purity halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty polymers where precise bromine and fluorine substitution patterns are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the construction of drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the biological activity imparted by the difluoromethyl and bromine groups.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in advanced display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport materials and host materials for OLED devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel polymers and organic semiconductors with tailored electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2-(Difluoromethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	1214383-36-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2F2
Molecular Weight	285.91 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Difluoromethyl)-1,4-dibromobenzene; 1,4-Dibromo-2-(difluoromethyl)benzene; 2,5-Dibromobenzaldehyde Difluoride; 2,5-Dibromo-alpha,α-difluorotoluene; Benzene, 1,4-dibromo-2-(difluoromethyl)-; 2-(Difluoromethyl)-2,5-dibromobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2-(Difluoromethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.