Description

2-Bromo-5-Ethoxybenzylalcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and an ethoxy group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine atom serves as a handle for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core building block for creating mesogenic compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for optoelectronic devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine moiety makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or chain modifier to impart specific properties into specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Ethoxybenzylalcohol
CAS No.	1501185-00-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	231.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-ethoxybenzenemethanol; (2-Bromo-5-ethoxyphenyl)methanol; 1-(2-Bromo-5-ethoxyphenyl)methanol; 5-Ethoxy-2-bromobenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 2-bromo-5-ethoxy-; α-Hydroxymethyl-2-bromo-5-ethoxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-5-Ethoxybenzylalcohol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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