Description

2,3-Bis(Bromomethyl)Quinoxaline is a versatile brominated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive bromomethyl groups, which enable efficient functionalization and cross-coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty polymers, and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of quinoxaline-based drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with the quinoxaline core.
• Polymer & Material Science: Monomer for the production of specialty polymers, conductive materials, and photoactive compounds.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as an electrophilic partner in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Core structure for developing fluorescent dyes and biological imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Bis(Bromomethyl)Quinoxaline
CAS No.	3138-86-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8Br2N2
Molecular Weight	315.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Bis(bromomethyl)quinoxaline; Quinoxaline, 2,3-bis(bromomethyl)-; 2,3-Di(bromomethyl)quinoxaline; 2,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzopyrazine; BBQ; 3138-86-1 (CAS); 2,3-Bis(bromanyl)methylquinoxaline
EINECS	221-543-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Bis(Bromomethyl)Quinoxaline is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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