5-Bromo-2-methylphenol

CAS: 36138-76-8

Ref. 3D-FB59657

Product Information

• Name: 5-Bromo-2-methylphenol
• Brand: Biosynth

Description

5-Bromo-2-methylphenol (5BM) is a synthetic carbinol that is used in the synthesis of carbazole alkaloids. It has been shown to undergo regioselective brominations and rearrangements. 5BM can be synthesized from 2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxybenzaldehyde by reacting it with methyl bromide in the presence of a palladium catalyst. 5BM is also used as an electrophile in organic chemistry reactions. It can be used to synthesize various compounds such as pyridines, indoles, and benzofurans.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 187.03 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₇BrO
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder