Description

1,7-Dibromonaphthalene is a high-purity, halogenated naphthalene derivative, a key organic intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile, brominated aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dibromonaphthalene core imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor or dopant material in the manufacture of organic electronic components due to its aromatic and halogenated properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Employed as a rigid, planar core unit in the design of liquid crystal molecules and other functional organic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) to create complex biaryl systems.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where bromine atoms allow for further functionalization and color tuning.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,7-Dibromonaphthalene
CAS No.	58258-65-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆Br₂
Molecular Weight	285.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,7-Dibromonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,7-dibromo-; 1,7-DBN; NSC 404087; Dibromo[1,7]naphthalene; 1,7-Dibromonaftalen; 1,7-二溴萘 (Chinese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,7-Dibromonaphthalene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.