Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4,5-Dihydroxy- is a halogenated dihydroxybenzaldehyde derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique substitution pattern. This compound matters for its role in synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research where the bromine and hydroxyl groups offer valuable sites for further functionalization. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries for constructing advanced heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds, particularly those with complex aromatic structures.
• Utilized in the synthesis of specialized agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides, where its halogen and phenol groups are instrumental.
• Serves as a building block for fine chemicals and advanced materials, such as ligands for catalysis or monomers for specialty polymers.
• Used in organic synthesis research to study electrophilic aromatic substitution and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Potential precursor in the development of dyes, pigments, and UV absorbers due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Acts as a starting material for synthesizing flavor and fragrance analogs with modified properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4,5-Dihydroxy-
CAS No.	4815-99-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	217.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde; 4,5-Dihydroxy-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromogentisinaldehyde; 2-Bromo-4,5-dihydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-4,5-dihydroxy-; 2-Bromobenzaldehyde-4,5-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde, 2-Bromo-4,5-Dihydroxy- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to minimize oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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