Description

2-Bromo-6-Fluoronaphthalene is a high-purity halogenated naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific bromine and fluorine substituents for targeted molecular modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the naphthalene structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, where fluorinated and brominated aromatics are used to tune electronic properties and stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties like thermal stability, refractive index, or flame retardancy.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Fluoronaphthalene
CAS No.	324-41-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆BrF
Molecular Weight	225.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-fluoronaphthalene; 6-Fluoro-2-bromonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-5-fluoronaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-bromo-6-fluoro-; 324-41-4; 2-Br-6-F-Naphthalene; 6-Fluoro-2-bromonaphthalene; 2-Bromo-6-fluoro-naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Fluoronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability for your R&D and production 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. The container should be kept tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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.