Description

2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a bromine substituent on a methylated benzene ring, makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating brominated and methylated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromine atom enhances biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Functional Material Production: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	90221-55-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO
Molecular Weight	199.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-p-tolualdehyde; 5-Methyl-2-bromobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-methyl-; p-Tolualdehyde, 2-bromo-; (2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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