1-(3-bromophenyl)-2,3,4,5-tetraphenyl-benzene(CAS: 872118-06-4)

1-(3-bromophenyl)-2,3,4,5-tetraphenyl-benzene is a solid crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 521.87 g/mol. It is poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like dichloromethane and ethanol. The compound has limited reactivity under normal conditions but can undergo substitution reactions under appropriate conditions. It is stable under standard laboratory conditions.

1-(3-bromophenyl)-2,3,4,5-tetraphenyl-benzene is typically synthesized via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction where 3-bromophenyl is introduced to the aromatic ring of a tetraphenyl benzene derivative using aluminum chloride as a catalyst. The reaction requires mild heating and yields a high purity product.

1-(3-bromophenyl)-2,3,4,5-tetraphenyl-benzene is used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of certain compounds and in the semiconductor industry for its use as a dopant material. It is also utilized in the production of organic electronic materials and as a precursor in polymer synthesis.

When handling 1-(3-bromophenyl)-2,3,4,5-tetraphenyl-benzene, it is recommended to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves and safety goggles. Work should be conducted in a well-ventilated area or a fume hood. In case of a spill, immediately clean up the area using appropriate absorbent materials and follow the manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) for disposal instructions.