Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Fluoro- is a halogenated benzoyl chloride derivative, a key fluorinated and brominated building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, enabling precise molecular modifications in the creation of complex, high-value chemical entities. It is primarily required by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated and brominated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the introduction of halogen atoms enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic and photonic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) for constructing biaryl systems common in drug discovery.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Acts as a reagent for introducing benzoyl groups or other functionalities onto biomolecules in biochemical research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to incorporate halogenated aromatic units into specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Fluoro-
CAS No.	773140-42-4
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrClFO
Molecular Weight	237.45 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride; 2-Fluoro-5-bromobenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 5-bromo-2-fluoro-; (5-Bromo-2-fluorophenyl)methanoyl chloride; 5-Bromo-2-fluorobenzoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 5-Bromo-2-Fluoro- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 reacts with water; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or 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.