Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-5-(Hydroxymethyl)- is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative, distinguished by the presence of both bromo and hydroxymethyl substituents on the benzene ring. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable and versatile high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags due to its reactive aldehyde and hydroxyl functional groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-
CAS No.	1289050-08-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-bromobenzaldehyde; (2-Bromo-5-formylphenyl)methanol; 2-Bromo-5-formylbenzyl alcohol; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-(hydroxymethyl)-; 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-methylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-5-(Hydroxymethyl)- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents.

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.