Description

2-Bromo-4-Chloro-5-Nitrophenol is a halogenated nitrophenol derivative, a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring bromo, chloro, and nitro substituents on a phenolic ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific halogenated aromatic motifs into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the nitrophenol structure contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging the nitro and phenolic functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel polymers, ligands for metal complexes, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, including Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions, due to the presence of the bromo substituent.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Chloro-5-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	1073437-11-2
Molecular Formula	C6H3BrClNO3
Molecular Weight	252.45 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-bromo-4-chlorophenol; 4-Chloro-2-bromo-5-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-chloro-5-nitro-; 2-Bromo-4-chloro-5-nitro-phenol; BCPN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Chloro-5-Nitrophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Isolate from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.