Description

(2-Bromophenyl)Acetaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for synthesizing complex organic molecules. Its reactive aldehyde group and bromine substituent make it a critical intermediate for introducing specific functional groups and structural motifs. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthetic chemistry in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromophenyl)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	96557-30-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO
Molecular Weight	199.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromobenzeneacetaldehyde; (2-Bromophenyl)ethanal; o-Bromophenylacetaldehyde; 2-Bromophenylethanal; 1-(2-Bromophenyl)-2-oxoethane; α-Bromo-o-tolualdehyde (related); Bromobenzeneacetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our (2-Bromophenyl)Acetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards. Our commitment to reliable supply and batch-to-batch consistency supports your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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