Description

2-Amino-4-Bromophenol is a versatile brominated aminophenol derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries for the development of active ingredients and functional colorants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with brominated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its bromine atom and phenolic group are incorporated into the final molecule.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a coupling agent and intermediate for azo dyes, hair dyes, and other specialty colorants requiring lightfastness and specific hue properties.
• Polymer Additive: Can act as a stabilizer or antioxidant precursor in polymer formulations due to its phenolic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Photographic Chemical: Used in the formulation of certain photographic developers and other imaging chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Bromophenol
CAS No.	40925-68-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	188.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-aminophenol; 2-Amino-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromo-2-hydroxyaniline; 2-Hydroxy-5-bromoaniline; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxyaniline; 4-Bromophenol-2-amine; 2-Amino-4-bromo-1-hydroxybenzene; o-Amino-p-bromophenol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Bromophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation via FT-IR, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light brown to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	135 - 140 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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