Description

4-Bromo-2,6-Difluorophenylacetic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its bromo and difluoro substitution pattern. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, offering precise reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine and bromine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals, where its halogenated structure influences electronic properties.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for bespoke synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2,6-Difluorophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	537033-54-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrF2O2
Molecular Weight	251.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromo-2,6-difluorophenyl)acetic Acid; (4-Bromo-2,6-difluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Bromo-2,6-difluorobenzeneacetic Acid; α-(4-Bromo-2,6-difluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Br-2,6-F2PhCH2COOH; BDFPAA; CAS 537033-54-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-2,6-Difluorophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We provide full traceability and guarantee product integrity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to ensure compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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