Description

(Z)-1-Bromo-2-Fluoroethene is a halogenated alkene building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and fluorine atoms on a double bond, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing fluorinated vinyl groups into target molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing fluorinated bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides with enhanced properties.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific surface properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Heck, Suzuki, and Stille couplings to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: An essential reagent for academic and industrial research exploring the reactivity of vinyl fluorides and halogenated olefins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated organic components for electronic displays and devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-1-Bromo-2-Fluoroethene
CAS No.	2366-31-6
Molecular Formula	C2H2BrF
Molecular Weight	124.94 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-1-Bromo-2-fluoroethylene; (Z)-2-Bromo-1-fluoroethene; cis-1-Bromo-2-fluoroethene; cis-2-Bromo-1-fluoroethylene; 1-Bromo-2-fluoroethene (Z)-; Bromofluoroethene; Vinyl bromide, 2-fluoro-, (Z)-; 2366-31-6
EINECS	219-125-7

Quality Control

Our (Z)-1-Bromo-2-Fluoroethene is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, which is critical for sensitive synthetic applications. 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, preferably at 2-8°C to maintain stability. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and highly volatile; appropriate precautions should be taken during handling to prevent exposure and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer, GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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