Description

2-Bromoheptafluoronaphthalene is a highly fluorinated, halogenated naphthalene derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical fluorinated building block, enabling the introduction of both bromine and perfluoronaphthyl functionalities into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced stability and unique electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Acts as a fluorinated core structure in the research and production of advanced electronic display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorinated aromatic units into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and dielectric properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution due to the reactivity of the bromine atom on the fluorinated ring system.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromoheptafluoronaphthalene
CAS No.	27041-17-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀BrF₇
Molecular Weight	328.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptafluoro-2-bromonaphthalene; 2-Bromo-1,3,4,5,6,7,8-heptafluoronaphthalene; 1,3,4,5,6,7,8-Heptafluoro-2-bromonaphthalene; Perfluoro-2-bromonaphthalene; NSC 89295; 2-Bromoperfluoronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromoheptafluoronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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