Description

Benzenemethanol, 3-Bromo-α-(3-Bromophenyl)- is a specialized brominated benzyl alcohol derivative with the CAS registry number 51339-30-1. This compound serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate, prized for its unique aromatic substitution pattern which enables the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for use in advanced synthesis, including the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific brominated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its bromine atoms contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for coupling reactions, functional group transformations, and the synthesis of more complex fine chemicals and specialty materials.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories as a high-purity standard for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3-Bromo-α-(3-Bromophenyl)-
CAS No.	51339-30-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀Br₂O
Molecular Weight	326.03 g/mol
Synonyms	α,3-Dibromobenzhydrol; (3-Bromophenyl)(3-bromophenyl)methanol; 3-Bromo-α-(3-bromophenyl)benzenemethanol; 1,1'-Biphenyl-3,3'-diyldimethanol, α,α'-dibromo-; Benzhydrol, 3,3'-dibromo-; (3-Bromobenzyl)(3-bromophenyl) alcohol; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 3-Bromo-α-(3-Bromophenyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable, batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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