Description

1,4-Dibromotetrafluorobenzene is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant commercial and research interest. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and fluorine substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to introduce specific fluorinated motifs into their molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic cores for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a critical building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine into polymer backbones, enhancing chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties of high-performance plastics and coatings.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Scientific Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and developing novel fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromotetrafluorobenzene
CAS No.	344-03-6
Molecular Formula	C6Br2F4
Molecular Weight	307.87 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Dibromotetrafluorobenzene; 1,4-Dibromo-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzene; Benzene, 1,4-dibromo-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-; Tetrafluoro-1,4-dibromobenzene; NSC 5111; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,4-dibromobenzene; 1,4-Dibromoperfluorobenzene
EINECS	206-453-2

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromotetrafluorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88 - 92 °C
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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