Description

1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene is a versatile brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to introduce naphthyl groups.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for developing naphthalene-based fluorescent dyes and sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene
CAS No.	37763-43-2
Molecular Formula	C11H8Br2
Molecular Weight	299.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-1-bromonaphthalene; 1,2-Bis(bromomethyl)naphthalene (common misnomer); α,α'-Dibromo-o-xylene Naphthalene Analog; Naphthalene-1,2-dimethylene Bromide; 1-Bromo-2-bromomethylnaphthalene; 2-Bromomethyl-1-bromonaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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