Description

(3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl)Methanol is a versatile bifunctional aromatic intermediate containing both a reactive bromomethyl group and a hydroxymethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialized ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing complex aromatic cores and side chains in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific aromatic substitution patterns are required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, combinatorial chemistry, and general organic synthesis to explore new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	82072-22-8
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight	201.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol; m-(Bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol; (3-Bromobenzyl)methanol; 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; α-(Bromomethyl)-m-tolyl alcohol; 3-Bromomethylbenzyl alcohol; m-Bromomethylbenzyl alcohol; 3-(Bromomethyl)benzenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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, keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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