Description
2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS No. 2973-59-3) is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde compound with the molecular formula C8H7BrO3. This versatile organic intermediate is widely utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical research, and material science applications. The compound features a benzaldehyde core substituted with bromo, hydroxy, and methoxy functional groups, offering multiple reactive sites for further chemical modifications. Our product is available in technical grade with ≥90% purity (HPLC) and is supplied with comprehensive analytical documentation including HPLC chromatograms and NMR spectra. Proper handling precautions should be observed as this compound may cause skin/eye irritation.
Properties
- CAS Number: 2973-59-3
- Complexity: 162
- IUPAC Name: 2-bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde
- InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7BrO3/c1-12-8-3-6(9)5(4-10)2-7(8)11/h2-4,11H,1H3
- InChI Key: AHYSXUDLJOFNAB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 229.95786
- Molecular Formula: C8H7BrO3
- Molecular Weight: 231.04
- SMILES: COC1=C(C=C(C(=C1)Br)C=O)O
- Topological: 46.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 229.95786
- Synonyms: 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde, 2973-59-3, DTXSID10346880, EC 426-540-0, DTXCID40297952, 426-540-0, 608-407-0, Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxy-, MFCD00195552, 2-bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde, 5-Bromoisovanillin, 6-BROMOISOVANILLIN, SCHEMBL1320502, BCP17233, AC-177, SBB063307, AKOS000120871, CS-W002508, FB70785, GS-4093, 2-bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxy benzaldehyde, SY004600, 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde #, DB-006015, B4681, NS00009021, ST51037544, EN300-17222, Benzenealdehyde, 2-bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxy-, SR-01000041090, SR-01000041090-1, Z56899131, 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde, technical, >=90% (HPLC)
This compound serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical agents, particularly those with antimicrobial or antifungal properties. Researchers utilize it in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures. The compound’s multiple functional groups make it valuable for structure-activity relationship studies in medicinal chemistry programs. It also finds application in material science as a precursor for specialty polymers and dyes.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
- H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P272, P273, P280, P302+P352, P321, P333+P317, P362+P364, P391, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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