Description

2-Bromo-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling the precise introduction of both bromine and aldehyde functional groups into complex molecular architectures, facilitating the creation of novel compounds. This intermediate is particularly critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing new active ingredients, as well as in material science for specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzaldehyde scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromine atom acts as a versatile handle for further derivatization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	109179-31-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO
Molecular Weight	199.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-m-tolualdehyde; o-Bromo-m-tolualdehyde; 2-Bromo-3-methylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; (2-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)methanal; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.