Description

Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dibromo-4-Methyl- is a halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries who require precise building blocks for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in brominated compound libraries.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Life Science Reagents: Intermediate for producing fluorescent probes, biochemical tags, and other research reagents.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs and research organizations for bespoke synthetic routes and scale-up projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dibromo-4-Methyl-
CAS No.	868860-22-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	279.96 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dibromo-4-methylbenzyl alcohol; 4-Methyl-3,5-dibromobenzyl alcohol; (3,5-Dibromo-4-methylphenyl)methanol; 1-(3,5-Dibromo-4-methylphenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 3,5-dibromo-4-methyl-; 868860-22-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dibromo-4-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). 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	≤ 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.