Description

4-Bromo-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenol is a versatile brominated phenolic ether compound, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a benzyl-protected phenol, 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 material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic backbone for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of high-performance polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, OLEDs, or photovoltaic materials due to its modifiable aromatic system.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies, including cross-coupling reactions and etherification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenol
CAS No.	153240-85-8
Molecular Formula	C13H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	279.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-(benzyloxy)phenol; 2-Benzyloxy-4-bromophenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-Bromo-2-benzyloxyphenol; NSC 339243; 153240-85-8; 4-Bromo-2-(benzyloxy)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.