Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxymethyl-Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxymethyl group on a brominated benzene ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating complex molecules with potential therapeutic activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to create specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxymethyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	627909-55-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-bromobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-(hydroxymethyl)-; 5-Bromo-2-carboxybenzyl alcohol; 5-Bromosalicylic alcohol (carboxylic acid form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxymethyl-Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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