Description

2,4,6-Tribromophenylthiourea is a specialized organobromine compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a precursor for flame retardants, pharmaceutical agents, and high-performance materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries seeking to incorporate brominated aromatic structures.

Application

• Flame Retardant Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of brominated flame retardants for plastics, textiles, and electronic components.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a precursor or intermediate in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the tribromophenyl group enhances biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, including Suzuki coupling and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex molecules.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce bromine into polymer chains to alter properties such as thermal stability and flame resistance.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where bromine atoms influence color and lightfastness.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4,6-Tribromophenylthiourea
CAS No.	5337-47-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br3N2S
Molecular Weight	400.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)thiourea; Thiourea, N-(2,4,6-tribromophenyl)-; 2,4,6-Tribromophenyl-thiourea; N-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)thiourea; 5337-47-3; Tribromophenylthiourea
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Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tribromophenylthiourea is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical properties is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	198°C - 202°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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