Description

4-Bromomethyl Benzoyl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive bifunctional aromatic building block. This compound is crucial for introducing both bromomethyl and benzoyl bromide functionalities in a single step, enabling efficient synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily used by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry for creating benzodiazepine analogs and other bioactive heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive sites allow for the attachment of various functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce photoreactive or cross-linking groups into polymer chains for advanced material science applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic transformations and constructing molecular libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty materials requiring precise functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromomethyl Benzoyl Bromide
CAS No.	876-07-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	291.97 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α'-Dibromo-p-xylene-α-carboxylic Acid; p-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl Bromide; 4-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl Bromide; (4-Bromomethylphenyl)methanoyl Bromide; p-Bromomethylbenzoyl Bromide; α-Bromo-p-toluoyl Bromide; NSC 404087; p-Carboxybenzyl Bromide Bromide
EINECS	212-877-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromomethyl Benzoyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

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 should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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