Description

4-Bromo-2-Iodobenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This high-purity intermediate is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for developing new active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development, such as Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Iodobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1261470-87-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrIO
Molecular Weight	310.92 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-4-bromobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-2-iodobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Bromo-o-iodobenzaldehyde; Benzenecarboxaldehyde, 4-bromo-2-iodo-; (4-Bromo-2-iodophenyl)methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Iodobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring our product meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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