Description

2-Bromo-3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for introducing unique steric and electronic properties into target molecules, enabling the development of advanced materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular tuning.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for sophisticated ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis, facilitating challenging chemical transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify electronic properties and intermolecular interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences and advanced materials sectors.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	887268-16-8
Molecular Formula	C8H3BrF6O
Molecular Weight	308.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-3,5-xylenol; 3,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2-bromophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Bromo-3,5-di(trifluoromethyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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