90110-97-7

Basic information

• Product Name: 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol
• Synonyms: 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol;4-BroMo-2-(hydroxyMethyl)benzonitrile;2-bromo-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile
• CAS NO: 90110-97-7
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₆BrNO
• Molecular Weight: 212.04
• Mol File: 90110-97-7.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 374.3°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 180.1°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.67g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 2.89E-06mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.63
• CAS DataBase Reference: 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol(90110-97-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol(90110-97-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 90110-97-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol is used as a reagent for the preparation of various pharmaceuticals, contributing to the development of new drugs and therapeutic agents. Its unique structure and reactivity make it a valuable component in the synthesis of medicinal compounds.
Used in Agrochemical Industry:
In the agrochemical sector, 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol is utilized as a reagent in the production of agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides. Its role in these applications is to help create effective and targeted chemical solutions for agricultural use.
Used in Chemical Production:
3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol is also used in the production of other chemicals, where its strong reactivity aids in the synthesis of a wide range of chemical products. Its versatility as a building block is essential in creating new and innovative chemical compounds.
Used in Organic Synthesis Research:
As a starting material in organic synthesis, 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol is used in research to explore new synthetic pathways and develop novel organic compounds. Its reactivity and structural features make it an interesting subject for scientific investigation and experimentation.

InChI:InChI=1/C8H6BrNO/c9-8-3-6(5-11)1-2-7(8)4-10/h1-3,11H,5H2

Upstream product

• 89892-38-6 2-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile 
• 58123-69-6 3-bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid 
• 42872-73-1 4-methyl-2-bromobenzonitrile 

Downstream Products

• 89891-70-3 2-bromo-4-formylbenzonitrile 
• 90001-44-8 2-Brom-terephthalaldehydsaeure 
• 90004-91-4 2-Brom-terephthalaldehydamid 
• 90484-52-9 2-bromo-4-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester 
• 1609540-79-5 5-((tert-butyldimethylsilyloxy)methyl)-2-cyanobenzoic acid 
• 1609540-86-4 4-(((tert-butyldimethylsilyl)oxy)methyl)-2-formylbenzonitrile 
• 1609540-90-0 4-(((tert-butyldimethylsilyl)oxy)methyl)-2-(4,4,5,5-tetramethyl-1,3,2-dioxaborolan-2-yl)benzonitrile 
• 1609540-82-0 2-bromo-4-((tert-butyldimethylsilyloxy)methyl)benzonitrile 

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