Description

2-Bromo-4-tert-Butylphenol is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a bulky tert-butyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise chemical modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated phenolic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the phenolic structure acts as a bioactive scaffold.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the manufacture of high-performance resins, antioxidants, and UV stabilizers for plastics.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the synthesis of advanced organic materials for displays and electronic components.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Used as a precursor for synthesizing brominated dyes and specialty colorants.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-tert-Butylphenol
CAS No.	2198-66-5
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO
Molecular Weight	229.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butyl-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol; 2-Bromo-4-(tert-butyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 4-tert-Butyl-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butylphenol; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)phenol
EINECS	218-594-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-tert-Butylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
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.