Description

2,5-Dibromo-3,4-difluorothiophene is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated thiophene derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require halogenated heterocyclic cores.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, OFETs, and organic photovoltaics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Fluorinated Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer for synthesizing novel fluorinated polythiophenes with unique electronic and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-3,4-difluorothiophene
CAS No.	347838-15-7
Molecular Formula	C4Br2F2S
Molecular Weight	273.93 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluoro-2,5-dibromothiophene; 2,5-Dibromo-3,4-difluoro-thiophene; Thiophene, 2,5-dibromo-3,4-difluoro-; DBDFT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromo-3,4-difluorothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.