2,4,6-Tris(4-bromophenyl)-1,3,5-triazine from TCI (product code T3178) is a star-shaped aromatic compound. Its core is a 1,3,5-triazine ring that carries three 4-bromophenyl groups arranged symmetrically around it. Laboratories use it as a building block for larger organic molecules and materials, especially small molecule semiconductors, optoelectronic materials, and porous frameworks. The three bromine atoms at the ends of its arms are reactive sites. Through coupling reactions, researchers can attach a wide range of functional groups at these positions.
Researchers choose this compound for two features: its three-fold (C3) symmetry and its electron-deficient triazine core. Together, these make it well suited to building materials with electron-accepting (acceptor) character. The aryl bromide groups react well in palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings such as Suzuki-Miyaura, Sonogashira, Heck, and Buchwald-Hartwig reactions, so three identical arms can be installed in a single synthetic step. The rigid aromatic triazine framework also provides the thermal and chemical stability that electronic materials and porous polymers require.
In Indonesia, this material is relevant to research groups working in materials chemistry, organic synthesis, and related fields at universities, research institutes, and industrial R&D laboratories. Typical projects include designing new organic semiconductors, studying optoelectronic behavior, and synthesizing porous framework materials for further characterization. Because it is a TCI reagent, it gives Indonesian laboratories a consistent starting material for multi-step synthesis and helps teams compare their results with work published by research groups elsewhere.
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- Small molecule semiconductor synthesis: the symmetric triazine core and three reactive bromine sites let researchers build star-shaped semiconducting molecules with defined electron-accepting character.
- Optoelectronic material development: the electron-deficient triazine center works as an acceptor unit, so it suits the design of molecules for light-emitting and charge-transport studies.
- Porous framework and polymer construction: the rigid C3-symmetric geometry and three coupling points make it a natural node for building extended porous organic networks and frameworks.
- Palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling research: its aryl bromide groups react well in Suzuki-Miyaura, Sonogashira, Heck, and Buchwald-Hartwig couplings, which lets researchers install three identical arms in one step.
- Thermally stable material design: the rigid aromatic triazine framework provides the thermal and chemical stability that electronic materials and porous polymers need for further processing and testing.
| Brand | TCI (product code T3178) |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 30363-03-2 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Materials Science > Material Building Blocks > Small Molecule Semiconductor Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | see the available options on the product page |
| Physical form | refer to the TCI product documentation |
| Storage | keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place and follow the TCI label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) |
Store 2,4,6-Tris(4-bromophenyl)-1,3,5-triazine in its original, tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizing agents. Label containers clearly and reseal them promptly after each use to protect the reagent's quality. When handling the material, wear standard personal protective equipment, including a lab coat, safety glasses, and chemical-resistant gloves. Weigh and transfer the compound in a fume hood or ventilated enclosure to avoid inhaling dust, and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Always read the TCI Safety Data Sheet before use, and dispose of waste according to your institution's procedures and local regulations.
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