Description

4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a formyl group and a phenolic hydroxyl group ortho to a bromine atom, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors, antimicrobial agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromo and hydroxy functionalities enable specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science: Building block for synthesizing monomers and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties, such as liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex colorants and functional dyes.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and constructing heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	20035-32-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	201.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-4-bromobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Bromoresorcylaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-hydroxy-benzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-5-formylphenol; NSC 403697
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). 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	118°C - 122°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.