Description

2,4-Dibromo-5-fluorotoluene is a halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine and fluorine substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing specific functionalities into target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create complex active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine and bromine atoms contribute to biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its halogenated aromatic core.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, or Buchwald-Hartwig amination for constructing complex biaryl systems.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Acts as a model compound in research focused on the reactivity and effects of fluorine atoms in aromatic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as a specialized intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromo-5-fluorotoluene
CAS No.	93765-84-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2F
Molecular Weight	267.92 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-4-fluoro-6-methylbenzene; 5-Fluoro-2,4-dibromotoluene; Benzene, 1,3-dibromo-4-fluoro-6-methyl-; Toluene, 2,4-dibromo-5-fluoro-; 4-Fluoro-2,6-dibromotoluene; 2,4-Dibromo-5-fluoro-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromo-5-fluorotoluene 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 verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.