Description

2,4,6-Tribromobenzyl Bromide is a versatile brominated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its high reactivity as an electrophile and benzyl bromide derivative makes it invaluable for introducing functionalized aromatic groups into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where bromine atoms enhance biological activity.
• 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 flame retardants and monomers used in high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions to create complex benzylated structures for research and development.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Tribromobenzyl Bromide
CAS No.	54459-64-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br4
Molecular Weight	436.72 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Bromo-2,4,6-tribromotoluene; Benzyl Bromide, 2,4,6-tribromo-; (2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)methyl Bromide; 2,4,6-Tribromo-1-(bromomethyl)benzene; 1-(Bromomethyl)-2,4,6-tribromobenzene; Tribromobenzyl Bromide; TBBB
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Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tribromobenzyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°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.