Description

2-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a hydroxymethyl substituent on a brominated benzene ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and asymmetric catalysis.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its modifiable aromatic core.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Utilized for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and diagnostic applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	362527-62-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4-formylbenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-formylphenyl)methanol; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxymethylbenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-p-tolualdehyde, 4-hydroxymethyl-; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-4-(hydroxymethyl)-; 2-Bromo-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzenecarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and scale-up applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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