Description

4,6-Dibromo-m-Cresol is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromine atoms on the cresol backbone, enabling selective functionalization for the production of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromocresol moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or additive in the creation of flame-retardant polymers, specialty resins, and high-performance engineering plastics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann couplings, and as a precursor for other functionalized cresols and phenols.
• Biocide & Preservative Formulation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing halogenated phenolic compounds used in industrial preservatives and antimicrobial agents.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of brominated dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dibromo-m-Cresol
CAS No.	13321-76-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	265.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dibromo-5-methylphenol; 3-Methyl-2,4-dibromophenol; 5-Methyl-2,4-dibromophenol; m-Cresol, 4,6-dibromo-; NSC 403107; Dibromocresol; 4,6-Dibromo-3-methylphenol; 2,4-Dibromo-5-hydroxytoluene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4,6-Dibromo-m-Cresol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	72°C - 76°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.