Description

5-(Bromomethyl)-2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole is a versatile and reactive benzoxadiazole derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the bromomethyl functional group, which serves as an excellent electrophilic site for nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the benzoxadiazole core can impart specific biological activity.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing fluorescent dyes and molecular sensors due to the inherent photophysical properties of the benzoxadiazole moiety.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized to create novel ligands for metal complexes and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The reactive bromomethyl group allows for efficient labeling and conjugation of biomolecules like proteins and peptides for diagnostic and research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Bromomethyl)-2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole
CAS No.	32863-31-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2O
Molecular Weight	213.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Bromomethyl)benzo[c][1,2,5]oxadiazole; 4-Bromomethyl-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; 5-(Bromomethyl)-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; BBD; 5-Bromomethylbenzofurazan; 32863-31-3; 4-Bromomethyl-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(Bromomethyl)-2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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