Description

(5-Bromo-2-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 with tailored properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring specific halogen-substituted phenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromo and chloro substituents influence bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromo substituent makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig couplings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and material science research programs exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromo-2-Chlorophenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	149965-40-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	221.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-bromobenzyl alcohol; (5-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)methanol; 5-Bromo-2-chlorobenzyl alcohol; 1-(5-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)methanol; Benzyl alcohol, 5-bromo-2-chloro-; (2-Chloro-5-bromophenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Bromo-2-Chlorophenyl)Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.