Description

2-Bromo-3-Nitrophenol is a halogenated nitrophenol derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the nitrophenol moiety is often bioactive.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the production of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems.
• Material Science Research: A building block for polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research Standard: Used as a reference standard or reagent in analytical and synthetic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	101935-40-4
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrNO3
Molecular Weight	218.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-3-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-3-nitro-; o-Bromo-m-nitrophenol; 2-Bromo-3-hydroxy-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Nitrophenol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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