Description

2,4,6-Tribromobenzaldehyde is a halogenated aromatic aldehyde characterized by its three bromine substituents, offering unique reactivity and stability. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring brominated aromatic cores for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the tribromophenyl group contributes to product efficacy and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, flame retardants, and polymers requiring halogenated aromatic units.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for nucleophilic addition, condensation, and reduction reactions to create aldehydes, alcohols, and acids.
• Research & Development: Critical standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Tribromobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	45859-98-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3Br3O
Molecular Weight	342.81 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Tribromobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4,6-tribromo-; 2,4,6-Tribromobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Tribromobenzaldehyde; NSC 403119; AI3-52711; 2,4,6-TBBAL
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Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tribromobenzaldehyde is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements from laboratory to pilot scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118°C - 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.