Description

(4-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol is a versatile brominated aromatic alcohol that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive benzylic alcohol and bromine substituent, which enable a wide range of functional group transformations and coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring a substituted benzyl alcohol moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromine atom facilitates further derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies, including Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	17100-58-2
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight	201.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-methylbenzyl alcohol; (4-Bromo-o-tolyl)methanol; 2-Methyl-4-bromobenzyl alcohol; 1-(4-Bromo-2-methylphenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxy-4-bromo-2-methyltoluene; 4-Bromo-2-methylbenzenemethanol; p-Bromo-o-methylbenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Bromo-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our commitment to cGMP and ISO guidelines guarantees a reliable supply of high-purity material for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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