Description

1-Bromo-2-Iodoethane is a versatile bifunctional alkyl halide building block, recognized for its utility in organic synthesis. Its value lies in the differential reactivity of the bromine and iodine atoms, enabling selective and sequential functionalization to construct complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cyclization processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as an electrophilic partner in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of novel ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Material Science: A precursor for modifying polymer chains and creating functionalized surfaces.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Facilitates studies in reaction mechanism exploration and new methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Iodoethane
CAS No.	590-16-9
Molecular Formula	C2H4BrI
Molecular Weight	234.86 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-Iodoethane; Ethylene Bromoiodide; Bromoiodoethane; 1-Iodo-2-bromoethane; (2-Bromoethyl) iodide; Bromoiodomethane (common misnomer); Iodobromoethane
EINECS	209-679-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Iodoethane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for trace metals, moisture, and related impurities. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis steps.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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