Description

2-Bromo-6-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol is a halogenated nitrophenol derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its reactive phenolic and nitro functional groups. This compound is critical for synthesizing complex molecules where precise bromine and nitro group positioning is required. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its phenolic and nitro group reactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the creation of complex azo dyes and other colored compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, including coupling reactions and functional group transformations in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	4186-49-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	232.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2-bromo-6-methylphenol; 2-Bromo-6-methyl-4-nitrophenol; 6-Methyl-2-bromo-4-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-6-methyl-4-nitro-; 2-Bromo-4-nitro-6-cresol; 2-Bromo-6-methyl-p-nitrophenol; 4-Nitro-6-methyl-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-nitro-6-methylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow 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%

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