2-Fluorobenzyl bromide

Ref. 3D-FF34847

Product Information

• Name: 2-Fluorobenzyl bromide
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Fluorobenzyl bromide is an organic compound that is used in the synthesis of the anti-platelet drug prasugrel. It has shown antibacterial activity against a variety of bacteria including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. 2-Fluorobenzyl bromide binds to the enzyme dihydropteroate synthase and inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis by interfering with the formation of 5,10-methylenetetrahydrofolate. This compound also forms chelate ligands through interactions with chloride ions.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 189.02 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₆BrF
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid