Description

4-Bromo-4’-Hydroxydiphenylamine is a high-purity brominated aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, functional monomers, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify thermal and optical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing high-performance, light-fast organic dyes and pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.
• Antioxidant Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized phenolic antioxidants used in stabilizing fuels and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-4’-Hydroxydiphenylamine
CAS No.	257877-07-9
Molecular Formula	C12H10BrNO
Molecular Weight	264.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-4'-hydroxy-diphenylamine; 4'-Hydroxy-4-bromodiphenylamine; N-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-aminophenol; p-Bromo-p'-hydroxydiphenylamine; 4-Bromo-4'-aminodiphenyl ether (common misnomer); (4-Bromophenyl)(4-hydroxyphenyl)amine; BHDPA; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-4’-Hydroxydiphenylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We support compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks as required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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