Description

Phenol, 4-(3-Bromopropyl)- is a versatile brominated phenolic intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive phenolic hydroxyl group and a terminal bromopropyl chain, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex chemical architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phenolic or alkylated phenolic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its bromine atom facilitates further coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and etherification reactions to introduce functionalized phenolic groups into target molecules.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in surface modification and the creation of novel organic frameworks and dendrimers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 4-(3-Bromopropyl)-
CAS No.	52273-55-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO
Molecular Weight	215.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Bromopropyl)phenol; 1-Bromo-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane; 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propyl bromide; p-(3-Bromopropyl)phenol; Phenol, p-(3-bromopropyl)-; 4-Hydroxyphenylpropyl bromide; (4-Hydroxyphenyl)propyl bromide; 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-bromopropane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenol, 4-(3-Bromopropyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases. 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 or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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