Intermediates

2-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-phenylbenzimidazole

  • CAS No.2620-76-0
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity 2-(4-bromophenyl)-1-phenylbenzimidazole (CAS 2620-76-0), a key building block for OLED material synthesis.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

2-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-phenylbenzimidazole is a high-value aromatic heterocyclic compound widely employed as a critical intermediate in the development of advanced organic electronic materials. With its well-defined molecular architecture featuring bromine and phenyl substituents on a benzimidazole core, this compound serves as a versatile synthon in cross-coupling reactions essential for constructing emissive and charge-transport layers in next-generation optoelectronic devices.

Specifications

Molecular FormulaC₁₉H₁₃BrN₂
Molecular Weight349.22 g/mol
CAS Number2620-76-0
AppearanceWhite powder
Assay (Purity)≥99.0%
Melting Point166–170°C
Density1.38 g/cm³
Boiling Point503.5°C
Flash Point258.3°C
Refractive Index1.671

Industrial Applications

This compound is primarily utilized in the synthesis of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, where it functions as a foundational intermediate for constructing hole-transporting or emissive molecules. Its bromine functionality enables efficient palladium-catalyzed coupling (e.g., Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig reactions), facilitating the modular assembly of complex π-conjugated systems required for high-performance displays and solid-state lighting. Key advantages include:

  • High chemical stability under standard processing conditions
  • Excellent reactivity profile for selective functionalization
  • Consistent batch-to-batch quality suitable for industrial-scale production
  • Compatibility with standard purification and handling protocols in fine chemical manufacturing

Stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment, 2-(4-bromophenyl)-1-phenylbenzimidazole is typically supplied in 25 kg fiber drums, with custom packaging available upon request to meet specific logistical or regulatory requirements.