Description

2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropane-1,3-Diol is a versatile brominated diol intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a bromoaryl group and two primary hydroxyl groups, which makes it a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the reactivity of the bromophenyl moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis, where the diol functionality can be modified.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins, imparting specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or components for OLEDs.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropane-1,3-Diol
CAS No.	66810-01-3
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	245.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(4-bromophenyl)-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-2-(4-bromophenyl)propane-1,3-diol; 4-Bromo-α,α-bis(hydroxymethyl)toluene; p-Bromophenyl neopentyl glycol; (4-Bromophenyl)dimethylolmethane; NSC 403796
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methylpropane-1,3-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	102 - 106 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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