Description

6-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is a high-purity, multi-functional benzyl alcohol derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique halogenated and substituted benzyl structure, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry research targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its halogenated structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and asymmetric catalysis.
• Custom Fine Chemical Manufacturing: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for clients.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Utilized in exploratory chemistry for method development and creating libraries of novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1428234-79-0
Molecular Formula	C9H10BrClO
Molecular Weight	249.53 g/mol
Synonyms	(6-Bromo-2-chloro-3-methylphenyl)methanol; 1-(Bromomethyl)-2-chloro-3-methyl-6-bromobenzene (deprecated); 2-Chloro-6-bromo-3-methylbenzyl alcohol; 3-Methyl-6-bromo-2-chlorobenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 6-bromo-2-chloro-3-methyl-; α-Hydroxymethyl-2-chloro-3-methyl-6-bromobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Bromo-2-Chloro-3-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with detailed impurity profiling available. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and related substances are provided with each shipment and are available upon request. We support custom synthesis to meet specific purity requirements (e.g., ≥98%, ≥99%) for critical applications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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