Description

3-Bromonitrobenzene is a versatile halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on a benzene ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing functional complexity into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients, dyes, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromonitro group enables further functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions to create more complex molecules.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of liquid crystals, polymers, and other advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromonitrobenzene
CAS No.	585-79-5
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	202.01 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3-nitrobenzene; m-Bromonitrobenzene; 3-Nitrobromobenzene; m-Nitrobromobenzene; 3-Nitro-1-bromobenzene; NSC 6054; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-nitro-
EINECS	209-554-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromonitrobenzene is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	54°C - 58°C
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.