Description
4-Bromo-2,5-dimethylphenol (CAS No. 85223-93-4) is a high-purity brominated phenolic compound with the molecular formula C8H9BrO. This fine chemical is extensively utilized in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical research, and material science due to its versatile reactivity and structural properties. The compound features a bromine substituent at the para position relative to the hydroxyl group, flanked by two methyl groups at the ortho and meta positions, making it a valuable intermediate for further functionalization. Our product is rigorously tested for purity, ensuring optimal performance in sensitive applications. Suitable for laboratory and industrial use, it is supplied in secure packaging with detailed technical documentation, including NMR and HPLC analysis reports.
Properties
- CAS Number: 85223-93-4
- Complexity: 116
- IUPAC Name: 4-bromo-2,5-dimethyl-phenol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9BrO/c1-5-4-8(10)6(2)3-7(5)9/h3-4,10H,1-2H3
- InChI Key: LZKYUWXZSBYMSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 199.98368
- Molecular Formula: C8H9BrO
- Molecular Weight: 201.06
- SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C=C1Br)C)O
- Topological: 20.2
- Monoisotopic Mass: 199.98368
- Synonyms: 4-bromo-2,5-dimethylphenol, 85223-93-4, DTXSID60553562, DTXCID90504345, 689-859-6, Phenol, 4-bromo-2,5-dimethyl-, MFCD00029746, 2,5-dimethyl-4-bromophenol, 2,5-Dimethyl-4-bromphenol, SCHEMBL282020, 2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxybromobenzene, AKOS015835415, AC-23743, DS-10522, SY101543, DB-023130, CS-0028777, NS00133635, EN300-128262, N10387, Z1269153764
4-Bromo-2,5-dimethylphenol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Its reactive bromine and hydroxyl groups enable participation in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig couplings, for constructing complex aromatic frameworks. Researchers also employ it in the development of antimicrobial agents and as a precursor for advanced material design. Its stability and solubility in organic solvents make it ideal for controlled reactions in both academic and industrial settings.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- 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, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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