Description

5-Bromo-4-Hydroxyisophthalaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromo and hydroxy substituents, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex organic frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: Used to create sophisticated ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its aldehyde and phenolic functional groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the synthesis of conjugated molecules for applications in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex chromophores and specialty colorants.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The bromo substituent makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form biaryl structures.
• Academic and R&D: Used in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Hydroxyisophthalaldehyde
CAS No.	952007-90-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	229.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-5-bromoisophthalaldehyde; 1-Bromo-2,6-diformyl-4-hydroxybenzene; 5-Bromo-4-hydroxybenzene-1,3-dicarbaldehyde; Isophthalaldehyde, 5-bromo-4-hydroxy-; 5-Bromo-4-hydroxy-1,3-benzenedicarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4-Hydroxyisophthalaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage of opened containers. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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