Description

(4-Amino-2-Bromophenyl)Methanol is a versatile brominated aniline derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a hydroxymethyl group on a brominated aromatic ring, makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials, such as hole-transport layers or organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Amino-2-Bromophenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1179067-35-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	202.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-aminobenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-aminophenyl)methanol; 4-Amino-2-bromobenzyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-4-aminophenylmethanol; Benzenemethanol, 4-amino-2-bromo-; 4-Amino-2-bromo-benzenemethanol; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxyaminotoluene (obsolete); 4-Amino-2-bromo-1-hydroxymethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Amino-2-Bromophenyl)Methanol 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 commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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