Description

4,5-Dibromo-2-Hydroxybenzonitrile is a halogenated aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine substituents and a reactive nitrile group, makes it a critical building block for the development of more complex chemical entities. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for use in synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atoms and nitrile group contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Dibromo-2-Hydroxybenzonitrile
CAS No.	2091692-99-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3Br2NO
Molecular Weight	280.91 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4,5-dibromobenzonitrile; 4,5-Dibromo-2-hydroxybenzonitrile; 4,5-Dibromosalicylonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4,5-dibromo-2-hydroxy-; 2-Cyano-4,5-dibromophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Dibromo-2-Hydroxybenzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We can supply material to meet various R&D and commercial-scale purity requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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