Description

4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Phenol is a versatile brominated phenolic compound featuring a methylsulfonyl substituent, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure provides a reactive phenolic hydroxyl group and a bromine atom, enabling selective functionalization for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a precursor for other functionalized phenols.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Phenol
CAS No.	88041-67-2
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO3S
Molecular Weight	251.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-bromophenyl methyl sulfone; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzenesulfonylmethane; 4-Bromo-2-(methanesulfonyl)phenol; 2-Methylsulfonyl-4-bromophenol; Phenol, 4-bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)-; 4-Bromo-2-methylsulfonylphenol; 5-Bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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	≤ 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.