Description

2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated phenol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine, fluorine, and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it an exceptionally valuable intermediate for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the halogenated phenol core contributes to bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies, leveraging its rigid, polar structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced flame retardancy and chemical resistance.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and fluorination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	1805498-61-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrF4O
Molecular Weight	259.00 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-bromo-4-fluorophenol; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 4-Fluoro-2-bromo-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-cresol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot and provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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.