Description

2,4,6-Tribromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, combining bromine and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical building block for advanced materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific halogenated motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the tribromo-trifluoromethyl phenol moiety imparts specific biological properties.
• Flame Retardant Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the production of brominated flame retardants (BFRs) used in polymers and textiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4,6-Tribromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	384-87-2
Molecular Formula	C7H2Br3F3O
Molecular Weight	402.80 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,4,6-tribromophenol; 2,4,6-Tribromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-cresol; Phenol, 2,4,6-tribromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; NSC 404107; Tribromotrifluoromethylphenol; 2,4,6-Tribromo-3-trifluoromethylphenol; TBTP
EINECS	206-848-6

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tribromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR for comprehensive characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
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.