Description

Phenol, 4-Bromo-3-Ethyl- is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and ethyl substituents on the phenol ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing more complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring halogenated phenolic scaffolds for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromo-ethyl-phenol moiety contributes to efficacy and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating specialized aromatic cores in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific chemical properties into polymer chains.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of complex colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 4-Bromo-3-Ethyl-
CAS No.	99873-30-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight	201.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-ethylphenol; 3-Ethyl-4-bromophenol; 4-Bromo-3-ethyl-1-hydroxybenzene; 1-Bromo-2-ethyl-5-hydroxybenzene; 2-Bromo-1-ethyl-4-hydroxybenzene; p-Bromo-m-ethylphenol; 99873-30-0 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Phenol, 4-Bromo-3-Ethyl- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your precise research or production requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, and we support custom purity specifications for advanced applications.

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 opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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