Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Benzonitrile is a versatile benzonitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine and hydroxyl substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for creating libraries of bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated aromatic core is incorporated into active molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized aromatic units.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments due to its electron-withdrawing nitrile group and modifiable substituents.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	913191-20-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	212.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzonitrile; 2-Hydroxy-3-methyl-5-bromobenzonitrile; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzonitrile; 5-Bromo-3-methylsalicylonitrile; 913191-20-5; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-m-toluonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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