Description

5-Bromo-2-Isopropylphenol is a halogenated phenolic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile building block, valued for its unique substitution pattern which allows for selective functionalization. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. The compound's reactivity makes it a key intermediate for creating more complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated phenolic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motif can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for high-performance polymers, resins, and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and electrophilic substitutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Isopropylphenol
CAS No.	1243373-55-8
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropyl-5-bromophenol; 5-Bromo-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol; 5-Bromo-o-isopropylphenol; Phenol, 5-bromo-2-(1-methylethyl)-; 2-(1-Methylethyl)-5-bromophenol; 5-Bromo-2-propan-2-ylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Isopropylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR). We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

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.