Description

5-Bromo-3-Nitrobenzene-1,2-Diol is a halogenated and nitrated dihydroxybenzene derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical building block. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and nitro substituents on a catechol core, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen and nitro groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to create complex, functionalized aromatic systems.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for the development of specialty polymers, dyes, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Nitrobenzene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	671779-99-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrNO5
Molecular Weight	250.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-3-nitropyrocatechol; 5-Bromo-3-nitro-1,2-benzenediol; 3-Nitro-5-bromobenzene-1,2-diol; 2-Bromo-6-nitro-1,3-benzenediol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-5-bromo-3-nitrobenzene; 5-Bromo-3-nitrocatechol; 5-Bromo-3-nitro-1,2-dihydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Nitrobenzene-1,2-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures material integrity for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. Due to its phenolic and nitro-substituted structure, it is recommended to handle and store under inert conditions for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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