Description

1,5-Dibromo-2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene is a high-purity, multi-brominated naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its value lies in its ability to act as a versatile building block, introducing multiple bromine functional groups for further cross-coupling reactions or polymer modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require precise, high-quality intermediates for developing new active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the naphthalene core provides specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating brominated aromatic compounds used in electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or emissive materials.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a flame retardant precursor or a cross-linking agent for enhancing the thermal and mechanical properties of engineering plastics and resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized dyes and pigments where bromine substitution tunes color properties and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dibromo-2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene
CAS No.	85477-63-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₀Br₄
Molecular Weight	522.85 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Dibromo-2,6-bis(bromomethyl)naphthalene; 2,6-Bis(bromomethyl)-1,5-dibromonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,5-dibromo-2,6-bis(bromomethyl)-; 1,5-Dibromo-2,6-di(bromomethyl)naphthalene; Tetrabrominated Naphthalene Derivative; Brominated Naphthalene Building Block
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1,5-Dibromo-2,6-Bis(Bromomethyl)Naphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.