Description

1-Bromo-7-Chloronaphthalene is a halogenated naphthalene derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring distinct bromine and chlorine substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications such as ligand synthesis, functional material development, and the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors or requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the halogen atoms can be further functionalized or contribute to bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices due to the naphthalene backbone's electronic properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors where the introduction of halogens modifies material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-7-Chloronaphthalene
CAS No.	29016-72-6
Molecular Formula	C10H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	241.51 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloro-1-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-7-chloronaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-bromo-7-chloro-; 1-Brom-7-chlornaphthalin (German); 1-ブロモ-7-クロロナフタレン (Japanese); 29016-72-6 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-7-Chloronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

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.