Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is a versatile halogenated phenolic alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its bromine and hydroxyl functional groups, enabling precise chemical modifications for building complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing brominated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromophenol moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	2316-64-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	203.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; (5-Bromo-2-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 2-Hydroxy-5-bromobenzyl alcohol; 5-Bromosalicyl alcohol; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzenemethanol; 5-Bromosaligenin; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzylalcohol; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzylalcohol (CAS 2316-64-5)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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