Description

1,3-Dibromodibenzofuran is a halogenated dibenzofuran derivative, a versatile and high-value organic intermediate. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise bromination patterns for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialized organic electronic materials. Its defined structure makes it an essential building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated dibenzofuran core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atoms act as reactive handles for further functionalization.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices due to the dibenzofuran scaffold's electronic properties.
• Ligand Synthesis in Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Flame Retardant Research: Investigated as a potential intermediate or model compound in the development of new brominated flame retardants for polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemists in universities and corporate labs exploring new reaction methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dibromodibenzofuran
CAS No.	617707-24-1
Molecular Formula	C12H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	325.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibenzofuran, 1,3-dibromo-; 1,3-Dibromodibenzofuran; 2,4-Dibromodibenzofuran; DBDF-1,3-DiBr
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dibromodibenzofuran is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as cGMP environments for non-GMP starting materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.