Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4-Hydroxy is a halogenated and hydroxylated derivative of benzaldehyde, serving as a versatile aromatic aldehyde intermediate. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, which allow for selective chemical modifications in complex organic syntheses. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing advanced molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromo- and hydroxy-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals where specific substitution patterns are critical.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and protection/deprotection reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4-Hydroxy
CAS No.	22532-60-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	201.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Bromo-p-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-formylphenol; 4-Formyl-3-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxy-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4-Hydroxy is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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