CAS 51359-78-5

4-(bromomethyl)benzaldehyde

Description:

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both a bromomethyl group and an aldehyde functional group attached to a benzene ring. Its molecular formula is C8H8BrO, indicating it contains eight carbon atoms, eight hydrogen atoms, one bromine atom, and one oxygen atom. The compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on the temperature and purity. It is known for its reactivity, particularly in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the aldehyde group. Additionally, the bromomethyl group can serve as a versatile functional handle for further chemical modifications, making it useful in synthetic organic chemistry. 4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde is often employed in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks, including irritation to the skin and eyes, and it should be stored in a cool, dry place away from incompatible substances.

Formula: C₈H₇BrO

InChI: InChI=1/C8H7BrO/c9-5-7-1-3-8(6-10)4-2-7/h1-4,6H,5H2

SMILES: c1cc(ccc1CBr)C=O

Synonyms:

• 4-Bromomethylbenzaldehyde
• Benzaldehyde, 4-(bromomethyl)-

4-(bromomethyl)-Benzaldehyde

CAS: 51359-78-5

Formula: C₈H₇BrO

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 199.0446

Ref: IN-DA0037ED

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde

CAS: 51359-78-5

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde

Formula: C₈H₇BrO

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: pale lemon crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 199.04458g/mol

Ref: 54-OR9193

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde

CAS: 51359-78-5

Formula: C₈H₇BrO

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 199.047

Ref: 10-F012749

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde

CAS: 51359-78-5

4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde is a chemical compound that can be synthesized by the reaction of benzaldehyde with bromine in the presence of a base. This compound has been shown to bind to human immunoglobulin G, formyl group and photophysical properties. 4-(Bromomethyl)benzaldehyde has also been used as a model for cancer studies because it binds to DNA and forms an imine bond with thymine. It has been used as a reagent for analytical methods such as phosphotungstic acid, which is a reagent used to detect proteins. The mechanism of this compound is not yet fully understood, but it may involve the formation of an imine bond with thymine in DNA.

Formula: C₈H₇BrO

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 199.04 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FB10749