Description

4-Bromo-2-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethyl)Phenol is a specialized brominated phenolic compound featuring a naphthylmethyl substituent, offering a unique structural motif for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block for the development of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its halogenated phenolic structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific properties like flame retardancy or UV stabilization due to its bromine and phenolic groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors or charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes for studying biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	746645-71-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₃BrO
Molecular Weight	313.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-[(1-naphthyl)methyl]phenol; 2-[(Naphthalen-1-yl)methyl]-4-bromophenol; 1-[(4-Bromo-2-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]naphthalene; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-[(1-naphthyl)methyl]-; 4-Bromo-2-(1-naphthylmethyl)phenol; 4-Bromo-2-(α-naphthylmethyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethyl)Phenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, GC, NMR, IR) upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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