Description

4-Bromo-2-[(Diphenylphosphoryl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Phenol CAS NO 260446-37-5 is a sophisticated organophosphorus compound featuring a phenolic hydroxyl group and a bromine substituent. This unique structure makes it a valuable specialty chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis, particularly in the development of novel ligands and functional materials. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and academic research laboratories working on catalysis, metal complexation, and the creation of new molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Precursor for creating specialized phosphine-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis (e.g., cross-coupling reactions).
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of functional organic materials, including polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study biological processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for exploratory chemistry in university and corporate research laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of other high-value, complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-[(Diphenylphosphoryl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Phenol
CAS No.	260446-37-5
Molecular Formula	C19H16BrO3P
Molecular Weight	403.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-[(hydroxy(diphenyl)phosphoryl)methyl]phenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-[(hydroxy(diphenyl)phosphoryl)methyl]-; [4-Bromo-2-[(diphenylphosphoryl)(hydroxy)methyl]phenol]; (4-Bromo-2-{[(diphenylphosphoryl)hydroxy]methyl}phenol); 2-[(Diphenylphosphoryl)(hydroxy)methyl]-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromo-2-(hydroxy(diphenyl)phosphorylmethyl)phenol; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-[(Diphenylphosphoryl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Phenol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and structural identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for applications requiring the highest level of quality assurance.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.