Description

4-Bromo-2,3,6-Trimethyl-Phenol is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a sterically hindered phenolic core with a reactive bromine substituent, enabling precise molecular modifications. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity, functionalized aromatic compounds for developing new active ingredients and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated phenolic structures for enhanced bioactivity or as a synthetic handle for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromophenol moiety can contribute to the compound's efficacy and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or additive in the production of specialty polymers, including high-performance resins and flame retardants, leveraging its phenolic and halogen functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for creating novel organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysts, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, facilitating studies on cross-coupling reactions and new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2,3,6-Trimethyl-Phenol
CAS No.	51857-41-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2,3,6-trimethylphenol; 2,3,6-Trimethyl-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromo-2,3,6-trimethylphenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2,3,6-trimethyl-; 4-Bromo-2,3,6-trimethyl hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2,3,6-Trimethyl-Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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