Description

2-Bromo-6-Nitroaniline is a halogenated nitroaniline derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on an aniline core, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitroaniline structure is a core component.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes and other complex colorants, contributing to color fastness and hue.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Intermediate for introducing functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Nitroaniline
CAS No.	59255-95-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	217.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-nitrobenzenamine; 6-Nitro-2-bromoaniline; 1-Amino-2-bromo-6-nitrobenzene; Benzenamine, 2-bromo-6-nitro-; 2-Br-6-NO2-aniline; o-Bromo-o-nitroaniline
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Nitroaniline 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °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.