Description

2-Bromo-4-Hydroxypyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine atom and a hydroxyl group on the pyridine ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its reactive halogen site.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and cellular studies.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for bespoke synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Hydroxypyridine
CAS No.	54855-83-3
Molecular Formula	C5H4BrNO
Molecular Weight	174.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-pyridinol; 2-Bromo-4-pyridone (tautomer); 4-Pyridinol, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromo-4(1H)-pyridinone; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxypyridine; 2-Bromopyridin-4-ol; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Hydroxypyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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