Molekula
4-Bromoresorcinol
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
4-Bromoresorcinol is a brominated aromatic compound used primarily in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a reagent in chemical research. It serves as a building block for dyes, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers due to its reactive bromine substituent and hydroxyl groups. This chemical has a CAS number of 6626-15-9, a molecular formula of C6H5BrO2, and a molecular weight of 189.01 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions, with a signal word of "Warning" indicating moderate hazard. Molekula supplies 4-Bromoresorcinol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £77.90 per pack ex VAT · £93.48 inc. VAT
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20155004 |
| CAS Number | 6626-15-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-bromobenzene-1,3-diol |
| EC Number | 229-586-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5BrO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 189.01 |
| Exact Mass | 187.9473 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=C(C=C1O)O)Br |
| InChIKey | MPCCNXGZCOXPMG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H5BrO2/c7-5-2-1-4(8)3-6(5)9/h1-3,8-9H |
| PubChem CID | 81105 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29081935 |
| Tariff Code | 2908190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-Bromo-2,4-dihydroxybenzene
- 1,3-Benzenediol, 4-bromo-
- 2-bromobenzene-1,5-diol
- 2,4-dihydroxybromobenzene
- 4-Bromo-1,3-benzenediol
- 4-Bromo-1,3-dihydroxybenzene
- 4-bromobenzene-1,3-diol
- Resorcinol, 4-bromo-
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Bromoresorcinol commonly used for?
4-Bromoresorcinol is primarily used as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Bromoresorcinol?
The chemical formula is **C₆H₅BrO₂**, and the molecular weight is **189.01 g/mol**.
How should 4-Bromoresorcinol be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What grade or purity is available for 4-Bromoresorcinol?
Molekula supplies **reagent-grade 4-Bromoresorcinol** with a typical purity of ≥98% (exact specifications available upon request).
Can Molekula supply 4-Bromoresorcinol in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of 4-Bromoresorcinol, with minimum order quantities and pricing tailored to your needs—contact us for details.
What documentation is provided with an order of 4-Bromoresorcinol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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