Description

4-Bromo-3,5-Dimethylbenzyl Alcohol is a versatile brominated aromatic alcohol derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive benzylic alcohol and bromine substituent, which allow for selective functionalization to construct complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as API synthesis and ligand development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromine atom facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3,5-Dimethylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	27006-02-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromo-3,5-dimethylphenyl)methanol; (4-Bromo-3,5-dimethylphenyl)methanol; 3,5-Dimethyl-4-bromobenzyl alcohol; 4-Bromo-3,5-dimethylbenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-4-bromo-3,5-dimethylbenzene; Benzenemethanol, 4-bromo-3,5-dimethyl-; 27006-02-6; 4-Bromo-3,5-xylyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3,5-Dimethylbenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light as indicated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.