Description

Tribromoethylbenzene is a specialized brominated aromatic compound with the CAS number 31195-17-2. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly valued for introducing bromine functionality into complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring brominated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where bromine atoms enhance biological activity.
• Flame Retardant Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the development of brominated flame retardants used in polymers and textiles.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for electronic displays.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tribromoethylbenzene
CAS No.	31195-17-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7Br3
Molecular Weight	342.85 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2,4,5-tribromobenzene; 2,4,5-Tribromoethylbenzene; Ethyl-2,4,5-tribromobenzene; (2,4,5-Tribromophenyl)ethane; NSC 163081; Benzene, 1-ethyl-2,4,5-tribromo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tribromoethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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