Description

4-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol is a halogenated phenol derivative with a reactive hydroxymethyl group, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of advanced active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific bromo, chloro, and phenolic functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its halogenated phenolic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new coupling reactions, etherifications, and polymerizations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The phenolic and hydroxymethyl groups make it a useful precursor for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	1255206-92-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrClO2
Molecular Weight	237.48 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-bromo-2-chlorophenol; 4-Bromo-2-chloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol; 2-Chloro-4-bromo-3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-chloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)-; 4-Bromo-2-chloro-3-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 3-Hydroxymethyl-4-bromo-2-chlorophenol; 4-Bromo-2-chloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)-1-hydroxybenzene
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and acid chlorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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