Description

4-Bromo-3-Nitro-Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its bromo and nitro substituents, which enable selective functionalization and the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A fundamental building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in methodological studies and as a standard reagent for exploring new cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Nitro-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	163596-75-6
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNO3
Molecular Weight	230.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-bromobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-nitrobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-bromo-3-nitro-; 4-Bromo-3-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; NSC 405124; 4-Bromo-3-nitro-benzaldehyd; 4-Bromo-3-nitro-benzene carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Nitro-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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