Description

Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)- is a high-value brominated and sulfonated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and a methylsulfonyl group, makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical R&D departments for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors or other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides where the bromine and sulfone functionalities are integral to biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile building block for Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex biaryl systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for developing novel synthetic methodologies and discovering new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)-
CAS No.	773873-27-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO3S
Molecular Weight	265.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzyl alcohol; 2-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-bromobenzyl alcohol; (4-Bromo-2-methylsulfonylphenyl)methanol; 4-Bromo-2-methanesulfonylbenzyl alcohol; 4-Bromo-α-hydroxy-2-(methylsulfonyl)toluene; 1-Bromo-4-(hydroxymethyl)-3-(methylsulfonyl)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply Benzenemethanol, 4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)- in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and other analytical techniques are available upon request. We adhere to strict internal quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.