Description

2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Fluorobenzene is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its reactive bromomethyl groups and fluorine substituent. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel scaffolds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorobenzene core enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Monomer: Employed in the research and development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in the synthesis of dendrimers, macrocycles, and other complex molecular architectures due to its two reactive sites.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying nucleophilic aromatic substitution and other reactions involving fluorinated arenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Fluorobenzene
CAS No.	25006-86-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7Br2F
Molecular Weight	293.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-2,6-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 2,6-Dibromomethylfluorobenzene; α,α'-Dibromo-2-fluoro-m-xylene; Fluorobenzene, 2,6-bis(bromomethyl)-; 2-Fluoro-1,3-bis(bromomethyl)benzene; 2,6-Bis(bromomethyl)-1-fluorobenzene; 2,6-Di(bromomethyl)fluorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Fluorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.