Description

5-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzene-1,2-Diol is a halogenated dihydroxybenzene derivative, a valuable fluorinated and brominated aromatic building block. This compound is significant for its dual functionalization, offering orthogonal reactivity for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for use as a key intermediate in the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and fluoro substituents can modulate biological activity and stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology: Acts as a probe or building block in the synthesis of biochemical tools and diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	876861-29-9
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrFO2
Molecular Weight	207.00 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-3-fluorobenzene-1,2-diol; 5-Bromo-3-fluorocatechol; 3-Fluoro-5-bromobenzene-1,2-diol; 3-Fluoro-5-bromocatechol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-5-bromo-3-fluorobenzene; 5-Bromo-3-fluoropyrocatechol; 876861-29-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzene-1,2-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.