Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo- is a high-purity, halogenated benzoyl chloride derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for introducing the benzoyl moiety into complex molecules, particularly where bromine and iodine substituents enable further selective functionalization via cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates requiring halogenated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the benzoyl group is a key pharmacophore.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, leveraging the halogen handles for further modification.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for engineering polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo-
CAS No.	293738-03-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrClIO
Molecular Weight	327.36 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-iodobenzoyl chloride; 2-Iodo-5-bromobenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 5-bromo-2-iodo-; (5-Bromo-2-iodophenyl)methanone chloride; 5-Bromo-2-iodobenzoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Iodo- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles for pharmaceutical-grade materials, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.