Description

6-Bromo-8-Fluoro-2-Naphthol is a halogenated naphthol derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and fluorine substituents on the naphthalene ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and fluoro groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for creating high-performance, halogenated dyes and pigments with improved lightfastness and color properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) due to its reactive halogen sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-8-Fluoro-2-Naphthol
CAS No.	82995-06-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆BrFO
Molecular Weight	241.06 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Fluoro-6-bromo-2-naphthol; 2-Naphthol, 6-bromo-8-fluoro-; 6-Bromo-8-fluoronaphthalen-2-ol; 6-Bromo-8-fluoro-2-hydroxynaphthalene; 82995-06-0; 8-Fluoro-6-bromonaphthalen-2-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-8-Fluoro-2-Naphthol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and production applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.