Description

6-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is a high-value brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with potentially novel modes of action.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for π-conjugated systems in organic semiconductors, OLEDs, and photovoltaic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for constructing complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein functions.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific electronic or physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	895550-11-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6Br2S
Molecular Weight	305.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-6-bromobenzo[b]thiophene; 6-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-1-benzothiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene, 6-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; 895550-11-5; 6-Bromo-2-bromomethylbenzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to reliable supply and batch-to-batch consistency supports your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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