Description

2,6-Dibromo-4-Nitrophenol is a halogenated nitrophenol derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromine atoms and a nitro group on the phenolic ring, enabling precise functionalization and serving as a key building block for complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring brominated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for synthesizing brominated azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for coupling reactions, functional group transformations, and as a scaffold for material science.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dibromo-4-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	99-28-5
Molecular Formula	C6H3Br2NO3
Molecular Weight	280.90 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2,6-dibromophenol; 2,6-Dibromo-4-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2,6-dibromo-4-nitro-; NSC 404108; 2,6-Dibromo-p-nitrophenol; 4-Nitro-2,6-dibromophenol; Dibromonitrophenol
EINECS	202-746-7

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dibromo-4-Nitrophenol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant quality guidelines for intermediate use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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