Description

5-Amino-2-Bromophenol is a versatile brominated aniline derivative that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a hydroxyl group ortho to a bromine atom, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries for research and manufacturing applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other high-performance colorants.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal complexation.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-2-Bromophenol
CAS No.	55120-56-4
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	188.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-aminophenol; 5-Amino-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-5-hydroxyaniline; 3-Bromo-6-aminophenol; 5-Amino-2-bromo-1-hydroxybenzene; Phenol, 5-amino-2-bromo-; 6-Amino-3-bromophenol
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Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-2-Bromophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	125 - 130 °C
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.