Description

3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenol is a halogenated phenol derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its precise molecular structure enables the synthesis of complex molecules, making it critical for applications demanding high purity and specific reactivity. This compound is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for building active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific halogenated aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromo-chloro substitution pattern is essential for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing halogenated dyes and pigments with enhanced lightfastness and color properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenol
CAS No.	66024-94-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrClO
Molecular Weight	207.45 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-bromophenol; 3-Bromo-2-chlorophenol; Phenol, 3-bromo-2-chloro-; 2-Chloro-3-hydroxybromobenzene; o-Chloro-m-bromophenol; 3-Bromo-2-chloro-1-hydroxybenzene; BCP (abbrev.)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	40 - 44 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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