Description

4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzyl bromide (CAS No. 76437-40-6) is a highly fluorinated aromatic compound with the molecular formula C8H2BrF7. This specialized reagent features a benzyl bromide functional group and multiple fluorine substitutions, making it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. Its unique fluorinated structure enhances reactivity and stability, making it ideal for nucleophilic substitution reactions and cross-coupling applications. Available in high purity (≥98%), this compound is supplied in rigorously tested batches to ensure consistency for research and industrial applications. Proper handling under inert conditions is recommended due to its sensitivity to moisture and light.

Properties

• CAS Number: 76437-40-6
• Complexity: 227
• IUPAC Name: 1-(bromomethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H2BrF7/c9-1-2-4(10)6(12)3(8(14,15)16)7(13)5(2)11/h1H2
• InChI Key: WKPYRDRWTNJBQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 309.92281
• Molecular Formula: C8H2BrF7
• Molecular Weight: 310.99
• SMILES: C(C1=C(C(=C(C(=C1F)F)C(F)(F)F)F)F)Br
• Monoisotopic Mass: 309.92281
• Synonyms: 76437-40-6, 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl bromide, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzyl bromide, DTXSID80227253, Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, DTXCID80149744, 624-630-6, 1-(Bromomethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 4-(bromomethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-benzotrifluoride, 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzylbromide, TTBB, MFCD00191855, SCHEMBL2961396, AKOS015889097, BS-42258, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)tetrafluorobenzyl bromide, H20486, A838702, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-trifloromethylbenzyl bromide, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzyl bromide, 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl bromide, 98%, 1-(bromomethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrakis(fluoranyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene

This compound is widely used as a key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It serves as a versatile intermediate for introducing trifluoromethyl and tetrafluoro-substituted benzyl groups into target molecules. Applications include the development of bioactive compounds, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers. Its reactivity makes it suitable for cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions under controlled conditions.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H314 (100%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H318 (97.5%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P260, P264, P264+P265, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Corr. 1B (100%)
• Eye Dam. 1 (97.5%)

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