Description

2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is a halogenated nitrophenol derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on a phenolic ring, makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the bromine and nitro groups offer sites for further functionalization.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating pharmacologically active molecules, particularly in the development of compounds with antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized monomers or as a precursor for antioxidants and light stabilizers in polymer formulations.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and the exploration of new organic reaction pathways.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Materials: Acts as a synthetic intermediate for advanced materials used in display technologies and organic electronics due to its rigid, substituted aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-5-Nitro-Phenol
CAS No.	1246213-42-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrNO3
Molecular Weight	274.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-(tert-butyl)-5-nitrophenol; 4-tert-Butyl-2-bromo-5-nitrophenol; 5-Nitro-2-bromo-4-tert-butylphenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-5-nitro-; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butyl-5-nitrophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to supply chain integrity and traceability guarantees you receive a product that meets your precise technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.