Description

2-Bromo-5-(tert-Butyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic aldehyde building block. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines a reactive aldehyde group with a bromine substituent and a bulky tert-butyl group, enabling selective chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research and API development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CROs and CDMOs for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-(tert-Butyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	875664-28-1
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO
Molecular Weight	241.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-tert-Butyl-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-5-tert-butylbenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2-Bromo-5-(tert-butyl)benzaldehyde; 875664-28-1; 5-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromobenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-(tert-Butyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, NMR, and GC-MS characterization. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to customer specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.