Description

4-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethylphenol is a versatile brominated phenolic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which enables efficient functionalization and coupling reactions, making it a critical building block for complex molecule synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phenolic or benzyl-bromide functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins, such as phenolic resins or high-performance polymers.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals and organic electronic components.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures through nucleophilic substitution or metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethylphenol
CAS No.	45952-56-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-4-(bromomethyl)phenol; 4-Bromomethyl-3,5-xylenol; 3,5-Xylenol, 4-(bromomethyl)-; 4-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-xylenol; 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzyl alcohol (tautomeric form); NSC 403107; 1-Bromo-2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethylphenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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
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.