4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol

Name: 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013066

About 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol

4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol (CAS 71831-21-5) is a process intermediate or related compound of Plerixafor offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C8H9BrO, molecular weight 201.06 g/mol. Systematically, it is named [4-(bromomethyl)phenyl]methanol. Common synonyms include 4-(Bromomethyl) Benzyl Alcohol and 4 - (Bromomethyl)Phenylmethanol.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Plerixafor, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Plerixafor

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol
Catalogue No.	VQ-013066
CAS Number	71831-21-5
IUPAC name	[4-(bromomethyl)phenyl]methanol
Molecular formula	C₈H₉BrO
Molecular weight	201.06 g/mol
Exact mass	199.9837
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	RDHSYXFAOVTAEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1CO)CBr
PubChem CID	10330434

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl) Benzyl Alcohol, 4 - (Bromomethyl)Phenylmethanol, p-(Bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol, 4-(bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol, 4-Bromomethylbenzyl alcohol, (4-bromomethyl-phenyl)-methanol, (4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl)methan-1-ol, Benzenemethanol, 4-(bromomethyl)-, 4-Bromomethylbenzylalcohol, 4-(bromomethyl)benzylalcohol, 4-(Bromomethyl)-benzenemethanol, 1-bromomethyl-4-hydroxymethyl benzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P234, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P390, P403 + P233

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol is 71831-21-5. It is also known as 4-(Bromomethyl) Benzyl Alcohol, 4 - (Bromomethyl)Phenylmethanol, p-(Bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol?

4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol has the molecular formula C8H9BrO and a molecular weight of 201.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [4-(bromomethyl)phenyl]methanol.

What is 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol used for?

4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Plerixafor. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol can I order?

We supply 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol?

Yes. Every lot of 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzenemethanol is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.