Description

2-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic aldehyde derivative. This compound is a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block valued for its two distinct reactive sites, enabling complex molecular synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring brominated benzyl or aldehyde functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block for synthesizing novel organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms make it a suitable substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	345953-43-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	277.94 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-bromomethylbenzaldehyde; 4-Bromomethyl-2-bromobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-; (2-Bromo-4-(bromomethyl)phenyl)methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

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 kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.