Description

2,5-Dibromobenzenethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring bromine substituents, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, acting as both a nucleophilic thiol and an electrophilic aryl bromide, enabling complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to prepare sulfur-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis in cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for engineering polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the production of charge-transport materials and semiconductors for OLEDs and other devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromobenzenethiol
CAS No.	38441-47-3
Molecular Formula	C6H4Br2S
Molecular Weight	267.97 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromothiophenol; 1,4-Dibromo-2-mercaptobenzene; Benzenethiol, 2,5-dibromo-; 2,5-Dibromophenyl mercaptan; 2,5-DBBT; 2,5-Dibromobenzene-1-thiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromobenzenethiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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