Description

2-Bromo-6-Iodophenol is a halogenated phenol derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and iodine substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of medicinal chemistry, agrochemical development, and specialty polymer production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the phenol core provides bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems due to its halogen handles for further functionalization.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: Employed in contract research and fine chemical production for bespoke molecule creation.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Iodophenol
CAS No.	2040-86-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrIO
Molecular Weight	298.90 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-iodophenol; 6-Bromo-2-iodophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-6-iodo-; o-Bromo-o'-iodophenol; 2-Bromo-6-iodo-1-hydroxybenzene; 1-Hydroxy-2-bromo-6-iodobenzene; (2-Bromo-6-iodophenyl) alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Iodophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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