Description

Bromochloroiodomethane is a unique halogenated methane derivative, valued for its versatile reactivity as a trifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its distinct combination of bromine, chlorine, and iodine atoms on a single carbon center makes it a powerful intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in cross-coupling reactions, radical chemistry, and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry for introducing halogenated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific halogen patterns are required for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and radical reactions to create complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for developing novel halogenated polymers or liquid crystals with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in environmental testing and regulatory labs for method development and calibration.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromochloroiodomethane
CAS No.	34970-00-8
Molecular Formula	CHBrClI
Molecular Weight	237.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromochloroidomethane; Methane, bromochloroiodo-; Iodobromochloromethane; Bromo(chloro)iodomethane; Tribromochloromethane (is incorrect, but a common search confusion); Halomethane C-1 (Br, Cl, I); (Bromochloromethyl) iodide; BCIM
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bromochloroiodomethane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. While typically supplied as a standard laboratory reagent grade, we ensure rigorous analytical testing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, organic solvents, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store the container in a refrigerator (2-8°C) for long-term stability and to minimize decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.5 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	Contact for details

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