Description

3-(Bromomethyl)Phenol is a versatile brominated phenolic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. Its reactive bromomethyl group makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures through nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phenolic or benzyl-bromide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the modification of polymers and resins to introduce reactive sites or alter material properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of advanced organic materials and functionalized surfaces.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Bromomethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	74597-04-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO
Molecular Weight	187.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Bromomethyl)phenol; m-(Bromomethyl)phenol; 3-Hydroxybenzyl bromide; m-Hydroxybenzyl bromide; (3-Hydroxyphenyl)methyl bromide; Phenol, 3-(bromomethyl)-; 74597-04-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Bromomethyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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