Description

Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-α-Ethenyl- is a specialized brominated aromatic alcohol building block, also known by its CAS number 58824-56-9. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines a reactive vinyl group with a bromine-substituted benzyl alcohol moiety, making it a versatile intermediate for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecules, including potential active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring bromo-aromatic or styrenyl alcohol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its bromine atom and alcohol group allow for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized organic molecules for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices due to its rigid, substituted benzene core.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce cross-linking sites or pendant functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions (e.g., Heck coupling, Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling) to create complex, multi-substituted aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-α-Ethenyl-
CAS No.	58824-56-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO
Molecular Weight	213.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-α-vinylbenzyl alcohol; (4-Bromophenyl)(vinyl)methanol; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)ethen-1-ol; 4-Bromostyryl alcohol; p-Bromo-α-vinylbenzyl alcohol; 4-Bromo-α-ethenylbenzenemethanol; Vinyl(4-bromophenyl)methanol; 4-Bromo-α-vinylbenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-α-Ethenyl- is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system to guarantee supply reliability and product integrity for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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