Description

2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzylbromide is a versatile and high-purity organic bromide building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is particularly valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry for fluorinated compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine and benzyl bromide motifs enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic transformations, including alkylation and cross-coupling reactions, to introduce functionalized benzyl groups.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing molecular probes used in biochemical and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzylbromide
CAS No.	886502-18-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrF
Molecular Weight	203.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-2-fluoro-6-methylbenzene; (2-Fluoro-6-methylphenyl)methyl bromide; α-Bromo-2-fluoro-6-methyltoluene; 2-Fluoro-6-methylbenzyl bromide; 2-Fluoro-6-methyl-benzylbromide; 886502-18-7; 2-Fluoro-6-methylbenzyl bromide, 95+%
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzylbromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.