Description

3-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzenemethanol is a versatile brominated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive benzylic alcohol group and a bromine substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes and target identification.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzenemethanol
CAS No.	1344998-21-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol; 2-Ethyl-3-bromobenzyl alcohol; 1-(3-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 3-bromo-2-ethyl-; α-(3-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzenemethanol 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, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in secondary opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.