Description

2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propane-1,3-Diol is a versatile brominated aromatic diol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and two primary hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders or inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create chiral or functionalized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the synthesis of specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, or epoxy resins, imparting flame retardancy due to the bromine content.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic electronic materials or liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aryl bromide moiety makes it a suitable substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create more complex biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propane-1,3-Diol
CAS No.	773872-65-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	231.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromobenzene-1,1-dimethylethanol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(3-bromophenyl)-; 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-propanediol; 3-Bromo-α,α-bis(hydroxymethyl)toluene; (3-Bromophenyl)dimethylethylene glycol; α-(3-Bromophenyl)trimethylene glycol; NSC 773872
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Bromophenyl)Propane-1,3-Diol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your R&D and scale-up activities.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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