Description

(2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Methanol is a versatile halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core with multiple reactive sites, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bromo and fluoro substituents for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating advanced functional materials used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1379331-92-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrFO
Molecular Weight	219.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-fluoro-5-methylbenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methanol; 1-(Bromomethyl)-2-fluoro-4-methylbenzene; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-5-methylbenzenemethanol; α-Bromo-2-fluoro-4-methylbenzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 2-bromo-4-fluoro-5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-2-bromo-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromo-4-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

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

Specification

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

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