Description

2,2'-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl is a versatile brominated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional bromomethyl groups make it a highly valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require a reliable, high-purity intermediate for creating novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid biphenyl backbone.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the production of high-performance polymers, including polyethers, polyesters, and resins with enhanced thermal stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Flame Retardant Synthon: Due to its bromine content, it can be incorporated into polymers to impart flame-retardant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl
CAS No.	38274-14-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12Br2
Molecular Weight	340.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Biphenyl, 2,2'-bis(bromomethyl)-; 2,2'-Bis(bromomethyl)biphenyl; 2,2'-Dibromomethyl-1,1'-biphenyl; α,α'-Dibromo-o-xylene; Bibenzyl, α,α'-dibromo-2,2'-diyl; NSC 169102; BBM Biphenyl
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2'-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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