Description

1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated aromatic building block. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity, offering two distinct bromination sites (aryl and benzylic) alongside a robust trifluoromethyl group, making it a versatile intermediate for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the construction of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated or halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in cross-coupling and other metal-mediated reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where fluorine and bromine substitution tunes electronic properties.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A valuable building block for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	69902-84-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5Br2F3
Molecular Weight	317.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-1-bromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 1-Bromo-2-bromomethyl-3-trifluoromethylbenzene; α,2-Dibromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-xylene; 2,4-Dibromobenzotrifluoride (incorrect but common misnomer); 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2-bis(bromomethyl)benzene (isomer); o-Xylene, α,α,α,2-tetrabromo- (related); Benzene, 1-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; BBTFB (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and our rigorous analytical protocols confirm identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to maintain product integrity and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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