Description

4-Bromobenzhydrol is a versatile brominated aromatic alcohol that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the benzhydrol scaffold and bromine substituent, which provide distinct reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials to modify physical and optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in nucleophilic substitution, reduction, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromobenzhydrol
CAS No.	611-95-0
Molecular Formula	C13H11BrO
Molecular Weight	263.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromophenyl)(phenyl)methanol; p-Bromobenzhydrol; α-Phenyl-4-bromobenzyl alcohol; 4-Bromo-α-phenylbenzenemethanol; Benzhydrol, 4'-bromo-; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-phenylethanol (common misnomer, correct is methanol); 4-Bromodiphenylmethanol; NSC 406908
EINECS	210-272-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromobenzhydrol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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