Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
886500-26-1
Standard:
Company Standard,
2-chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl bromide (CAS 100495-88-7, C8H4BrClF3) is a specialized halogenated intermediate synthesized via bromination of the corresponding benzyl alcohol or chlorination of trifluoromethyltoluene. It serves as a critical building block for heterocyclic synthesis.
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent hydrolysis. Handle with PPE due to corrosive nature; avoid contact with moisture and strong bases.