N-Bromosuccinimide (NBS)

 N-Bromosuccinimide (NBS)

N-Bromosuccinimide (NBS) is a versatile brominating agent commonly used for selective allylic and benzylic bromination as well as electrophilic bromination reactions in organic synthesis. It provides controlled release of bromine under mild conditions, enabling high selectivity and reproducibility.

NBS is widely employed in academic and industrial research laboratories due to its reliability, ease of handling, and broad applicability.

 Applications

- Allylic and benzylic bromination

- Free-radical bromination reactions

- Electrophilic bromination

- Medicinal and synthetic organic chemistry

- Research and development laboratories

 Chemical Information

CAS Number: 128-08-5

Molecular Formula: C₄H₄BrNO₂

Molecular Weight: 177.98 g/mol

Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline solid

Handling & Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light. Keep container tightly sealed. Avoid moisture and heat. Handle with appropriate PPE. Refer to SDS for full safety information.

 Regulatory & Use Notice

For research and laboratory use only.

Not for human or veterinary use.