Description

2-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile and high-purity organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, which enable its use as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research for exploring new reaction pathways and molecular entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	90110-98-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	212.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-cyanophenyl)methanol; 4-Cyano-2-bromobenzyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-4-cyanobenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxy-2-bromo-4-cyanotoluene; 2-Bromo-4-cyanobenzylalcohol; 90110-98-8; Benzenemethanol, 2-bromo-4-cyano-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.