Description

Benzene, 1-(Bromoethynyl)-4-Nitro- is a specialized aromatic building block featuring both a nitro group and a bromoethynyl moiety. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring functionalized aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Sonogashira, Suzuki) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce both nitro and alkyne functionalities.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules or photoaffinity labels for studying biological processes and target identification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-(Bromoethynyl)-4-Nitro-
CAS No.	940-13-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-(4-nitrophenyl)ethyne; 4-Nitrophenyl bromoethyne; (4-Nitrophenyl)ethynyl bromide; 1-Bromo-2-(4-nitrophenyl)acetylene; 4-Nitrobenzene, 1-(bromoethynyl)-; 4-Nitrophenylacetylene bromide; p-Nitrophenyl bromoethyne; 1-(Bromoethynyl)-4-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1-(Bromoethynyl)-4-Nitro- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your sensitive synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.