Description

5-Bromo-3-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde characterized by its distinct bromo, ethoxy, and phenolic hydroxyl substituents. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated phenolic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a monomer or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments due to its aldehyde and hydroxyl functionality.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	20035-44-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-bromo-3-ethoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Ethoxy-5-bromosalicylaldehyde; 5-Bromo-3-ethoxy-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-3-ethoxysalicylaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-3-ethoxy-5-bromobenzaldehyde; 3-Ethoxy-5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; Salicylaldehyde, 5-bromo-3-ethoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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