Description

1-(p-Fluorophenyl)-1,2-Dibromoethane is a versatile halogenated organic intermediate featuring both bromine and fluorine substituents on an aromatic ethane backbone. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, making it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a building block for fluorinated compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms make it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings to form complex biaryl systems.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination methodologies and constructing diverse chemical libraries.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce fluorinated phenyl groups into polymer chains to alter material properties such as hydrophobicity and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(p-Fluorophenyl)-1,2-Dibromoethane
CAS No.	350-35-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7Br2F
Molecular Weight	281.95 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-1,2-dibromoethane; 4-Fluoro-α,β-dibromophenylethane; p-Fluorophenyldibromoethane; 1,2-Dibromo-1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethane; (4-Fluorophenyl)-1,2-dibromoethane; α,β-Dibromo-4-fluoroethylbenzene; 350-35-6; NSC 406924
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for high-purity intermediates. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.