Description

2-Bromobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive bromine and hydroxyl functional groups, which allow for selective transformations and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel polymers and liquid crystals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	18982-54-2
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO
Molecular Weight	187.04 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Bromobenzyl Alcohol; (2-Bromophenyl)methanol; 2-Bromobenzenemethanol; α-Bromo-o-xylene-α-ol; Benzenemethanol, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromobenzylalcohol
EINECS	242-732-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromobenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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