Description

1,2-Benzenediol, 4-Bromo-5-Fluoro- (9Ci) CAS NO 656804-73-8 is a halogenated dihydroxybenzene derivative, a high-value specialty chemical intermediate prized for its unique molecular structure. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise bromo-fluoro substitution patterns on a catechol backbone for advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and sophisticated organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of halogenated phenols.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a precursor for functionalized ligands and monomers in the production of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and conductive polymers.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty coatings where thermal stability and specific electronic properties are required.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other catalytic transformations in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Benzenediol, 4-Bromo-5-Fluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	656804-73-8
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrFO2
Molecular Weight	207.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-5-fluorobenzene-1,2-diol; 4-Bromo-5-fluorocatechol; 5-Fluoro-4-bromocatechol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-4-bromo-5-fluorobenzene; 4-Bromo-5-fluoro-1,2-benzenediol; Bromofluorocatechol; (4-Bromo-5-fluoro-1,2-phenylene) diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-Bromo-5-Fluoro- (9Ci) 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 the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric oxygen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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