Description

(4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Methanol is a versatile brominated aromatic alcohol building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive benzylic alcohol group and a bromine substituent on a sterically hindered aromatic ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials. Its high purity and consistent quality are paramount for ensuring reliable outcomes in sensitive chemical processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a sterically encumbered, halogenated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atom can be further functionalized or act as a leaving group in coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis, leveraging the alcohol functionality for coordination or derivatization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for exploring new synthetic routes and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	17100-59-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylphenyl)methanol; 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-bromobenzyl alcohol; (4-Bromo-2,6-xylyl)methanol; α-Hydroxy-4-bromo-2,6-xylene; 1-(4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylphenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 4-bromo-2,6-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Bromo-2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Methanol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

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 and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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