Description

5-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol is a halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which enables selective functionalization and incorporation into more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and chloro substituents confer specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthetic routes and scale-up projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1805023-63-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrCl2O
Molecular Weight	256.92 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4-Dichloro-5-bromophenyl)methanol; 5-Bromo-2,4-dichlorobenzenemethanol; 2,4-Dichloro-5-bromobenzyl Alcohol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2,4-dichloro-5-bromobenzene; Benzenemethanol, 2,4-dichloro-5-bromo-; (5-Bromo-2,4-dichlorophenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or process requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

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.