Description

3-Bromo-4-methylphenol (CAS No. 60710-39-6) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C₇H₇BrO. This halogenated phenolic derivative is characterized by its bromo and methyl functional groups, making it a versatile intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. With a molecular weight of 187.04 g/mol, it is commonly supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder or solid with exceptional stability under standard storage conditions. Ideal for researchers and industrial applications, this compound is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥95-98%) via HPLC, GC, or NMR analysis to ensure consistency in sensitive reactions. Suitable for use in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical development, and material science research. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and oxidizing agents.

Properties

• CAS Number: 60710-39-6
• Complexity: 94.9
• IUPAC Name: 3-bromo-4-methyl-phenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7BrO/c1-5-2-3-6(9)4-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3
• InChI Key: GMZKNRDHSHYMHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 185.96803
• Molecular Formula: C7H7BrO
• Molecular Weight: 187.03
• SMILES: CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)O)Br
• Topological: 20.2
• Monoisotopic Mass: 185.96803
• Synonyms: 3-BROMO-4-METHYLPHENOL, 60710-39-6, DTXSID90437886, DTXCID50388709, 677-834-2, 3-bromo-4-methyl-phenol, MFCD08273793, 2-Bromo-4-hydroxytoluene, Phenol, 3-bromo-4-methyl-, 3-Brom-p-kresol, 3-bromo-4-methyl phenol, 2-Bromo-4-hydroxytoluene;, Phenol,3-bromo-4-methyl-, SCHEMBL911723, SCHEMBL28126995, GMZKNRDHSHYMHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N, AKOS010179647, CS-W003485, GS-4393, SY020683, EN300-51164, F8883-3618, 2-Bromo-4-hydroxytoluene; 3-Bromo-4-methylphenol; 2-Bromo-4-hydroxytoluene;

3-Bromo-4-methylphenol serves as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antimicrobial and antifungal agents. It is also utilized in agrochemical research for creating crop protection compounds. Additionally, this compound finds applications in material science as a precursor for specialty polymers and coatings. Its reactivity with electrophiles and nucleophiles makes it valuable for cross-coupling reactions in organic synthesis.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H312 (62.5%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (62.5%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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