Description

2-Bromo-3-Chlorobenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated benzaldehyde derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo and chloro substituents contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Building block for creating functionalized organic molecules used in OLED materials, liquid crystals, and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and heterocyclic compound libraries.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific light-absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Chlorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	74073-40-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrClO
Molecular Weight	219.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-3-chlorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; o-Bromo-m-chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-3-chloro-; 2-Bromo-3-chloro-benzaldehyde; 74073-40-8; NSC 403108
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Chlorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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