Description

4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethoxy-Phenol is a versatile brominated phenolic compound with a distinct methoxy-substituted aromatic structure. This chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, valued for its ability to introduce specific bromine and phenolic functionalities. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its bromophenol core is integral to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex colorants and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for introducing bromine and methoxy-phenol groups in multi-step synthetic routes for fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethoxy-Phenol
CAS No.	557757-32-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	233.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenol; 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromoguaiacol 2,5-dimethyl ether; Phenol, 4-bromo-2,5-dimethoxy-; 1-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxy-4-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethoxy-Phenol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. 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	≤ 10 ppm

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