Description

(2-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Methanol is a versatile halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core that enables the construction of complex molecules for research and industrial applications. This intermediate is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical companies developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of halogenated aromatic compounds for electronic and display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Functional monomer for introducing bromine and chlorine substituents to enhance flame retardancy or other polymer properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, etherification, and esterification to create more complex aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	143888-84-0
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	221.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-chlorobenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-chlorophenyl)methanol; 1-(2-Bromo-4-chlorophenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2-bromo-4-chlorobenzene; 2-Bromo-4-chloro-benzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 2-bromo-4-chloro-; (2-Bromo-4-chloro-phenyl)-methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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