Description

4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its bromo and nitro substituents, which provide distinct sites for further chemical modification. This compound is essential for synthesizing complex organic molecules, particularly in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a functionalized benzaldehyde core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro and bromo groups facilitate further coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific spectral properties.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel organic transformations, including Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	5551-12-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNO3
Molecular Weight	230.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-4-bromobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-2-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; p-Bromo-o-nitrobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-2-nitro-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-bromo-2-nitro-; NSC 403697
EINECS	226-902-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

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 amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118°C - 122°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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