Description

2-Bromomethyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is a versatile halogenated phenolic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromomethyl and nitro substituents on a phenol ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists. It serves as a key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty dyes, and advanced material precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive bromomethyl group for further functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and nitro-substituted pigments due to its phenolic and nitro functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Utilized as a reagent for protein labeling or as a scaffold for designing enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for bespoke organic synthesis projects undertaken by CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromomethyl-5-Nitro-Phenol
CAS No.	26647-60-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	232.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-(bromomethyl)phenol; 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-(bromomethyl)-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzyl bromide; 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl bromide; (5-Nitro-2-hydroxyphenyl)methyl bromide; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromomethyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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