Description

5-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and an aldehyde functional group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzaldehyde scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	946001-65-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO
Molecular Weight	213.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-5-bromobenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2-ethylbenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-o-ethylbenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-bromo-2-ethyl-; 1-Bromo-4-ethyl-6-formylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Ethylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every 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 each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards for research and industrial use.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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