Description

4-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenol is a high-purity, halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and trifluoromethoxy substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce bromine and fluorine moieties into polymer chains, altering thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to construct complex aromatic systems.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing new fluorinated materials with specific surface properties or reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenol
CAS No.	690264-39-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrF3O2
Molecular Weight	257.01 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenol; 2-Trifluoromethoxy-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromo-2-trifluoromethoxyphenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 690264-39-2; 4-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-cresol derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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