Description

1-Bromo-8-Chloronaphthalene is a halogenated naphthalene derivative, a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific halogenated motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with naphthalene-based cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and other metal-catalyzed transformations in R&D laboratories.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to create novel ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-8-Chloronaphthalene
CAS No.	20816-79-9
Molecular Formula	C10H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	241.51 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Chloro-1-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-8-chloronaphthalene; NSC 406916; Naphthalene, 1-bromo-8-chloro-; 1-Brom-8-chlornaphthalin (German); 1-ブロモ-8-クロロナフタレン (Japanese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-8-Chloronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). 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.