Cas no 84459-32-5 (2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde)

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde compound featuring both bromo and nitro functional groups at the 2- and 5-positions of the benzene ring, respectively. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. The electron-withdrawing nitro group enhances reactivity in nucleophilic substitution reactions, while the bromo substituent allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling methodologies. Its high purity and well-defined reactivity profile ensure consistent performance in multi-step synthetic routes. The compound is typically supplied as a crystalline solid, with stability under standard storage conditions, facilitating handling in laboratory and industrial applications.
2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde structure
2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde structure
Product Name:2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No:84459-32-5
MF:C7H4BrNO3
MW:230.015561103821
MDL:MFCD00462865
CID:830313
PubChem ID:11138942
Update Time:2025-11-01

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Chemical and Physical Properties

Names and Identifiers

    • 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzenecarbaldehyde
    • 2-bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
    • 2-Bromo-5-nitro-benzaldehyde
    • Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-5-nitro-
    • 2-bromo-5-nitrobenz-aldehyde
    • 2--Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
    • LJASZNNBVOTAAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
    • SBB097521
    • FCH1326345
    • OR16898
    • 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, AldrichCPR
    • AX8182628
    • 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (ACI)
    • 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde
    • SCHEMBL136899
    • AKOS015996529
    • J-508407
    • DTXSID90456658
    • AKOS005072404
    • Z1269137725
    • SY065818
    • ED-0022
    • CS-W005083
    • DB-076037
    • EN300-129736
    • 84459-32-5
    • MFCD00462865
    • 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
    • MDL: MFCD00462865
    • Inchi: 1S/C7H4BrNO3/c8-7-2-1-6(9(11)12)3-5(7)4-10/h1-4H
    • InChI Key: LJASZNNBVOTAAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
    • SMILES: O=CC1C(Br)=CC=C([N+](=O)[O-])C=1

Computed Properties

  • Exact Mass: 228.93700
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 228.93746g/mol
  • Isotope Atom Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3
  • Heavy Atom Count: 12
  • Rotatable Bond Count: 1
  • Complexity: 192
  • Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
  • Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count : 0
  • Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Topological Polar Surface Area: 62.9
  • XLogP3: 1.9

Experimental Properties

  • Density: 1.781
  • Melting Point: 103-104 °C
  • Boiling Point: 307.174°C at 760 mmHg
  • Flash Point: 139.574°C
  • Refractive Index: 1.653
  • PSA: 62.89000
  • LogP: 2.69300

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Security Information

  • HazardClass:IRRITANT

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Customs Data

  • HS CODE:2913000090
  • Customs Data:

    China Customs Code:

    2913000090

    Overview:

    2913000090 Item2912Other derivatives of the listed products [refer to halogenation,sulfonation,Nitrosative or nitrosative derivatives]. VAT:17.0% Tax refund rate:9.0% Regulatory conditions:nothing MFN tariff:5.5% general tariff:30.0%

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    Summary:

    HS: 2913000090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of products of heading 2912 Educational tariff:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Regulatory conditions:none Most favored nation tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

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2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Production Method

Production Method 1

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Pyridinium chlorochromate Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  rt; 24 h, rt
Reference
Axially Chiral Binaphthyl Surrogates with an Inner N-H-N Hydrogen Bond
Kawabata, Takeo; et al, Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2009, 131(1), 54-55

Production Method 2

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Dess-Martin periodinane Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  0 °C; 0 °C; 0 °C → rt; 3 h, rt
1.2 Reagents: Sodium bicarbonate Solvents: Water ;  rt
Reference
Enantioselective, Catalytic Vicinal Difluorination of Alkenes
Scheidt, Felix; et al, Angewandte Chemie, 2018, 57(50), 16431-16435

Production Method 3

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: (Dimethyl sulfide)trihydroboron Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ;  0 °C; 3 h, 0 °C; 12 h, 0 °C → rt
1.2 Reagents: Hydrochloric acid Solvents: Water
1.3 Reagents: Dess-Martin periodinane Solvents: Water ;  1 h, rt
Reference
Hydrogen-Bonding Catalysis and Inhibition by Simple Solvents in the Stereoselective Kinetic Epoxide-Opening Spirocyclization of Glycal Epoxides to Form Spiroketals
Wurst, Jacqueline M.; et al, Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2011, 133(20), 7916-7925

Production Method 4

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Sulfuric acid ,  Nitric acid ;  0 °C; 12 h, rt
1.2 Solvents: Water ;  0 °C
Reference
Gold-Catalyzed Cyclization of 2-Alkynylaldehyde Cyclic Acetals via Hydride Shift for the Synthesis of Indenone Derivatives
Yamada, Tsuyoshi ; et al, Organic Letters, 2020, 22(5), 1883-1888

Production Method 5

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Diisobutylaluminum hydride Solvents: Dichloromethane ,  Tetrahydrofuran ;  1 h, -78 °C
1.2 Reagents: Ammonium chloride Solvents: Water ;  -78 °C
Reference
Discovery of a Highly Potent, Selective, and Orally Bioavailable Macrocyclic Inhibitor of Blood Coagulation Factor VIIa-Tissue Factor Complex
Zhang, Xiaojun; et al, Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2016, 59(15), 7125-7137

Production Method 6

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Oxalyl chloride Catalysts: Dimethylformamide Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  20 min, 0 °C; 4 h, rt
1.2 Reagents: Triethylamine Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ;  10 min, 0 °C; 1 h, 0 °C; overnight, rt
2.1 Reagents: Diisobutylaluminum hydride Solvents: Dichloromethane ,  Tetrahydrofuran ;  1 h, -78 °C
2.2 Reagents: Ammonium chloride Solvents: Water ;  -78 °C
Reference
Discovery of a Highly Potent, Selective, and Orally Bioavailable Macrocyclic Inhibitor of Blood Coagulation Factor VIIa-Tissue Factor Complex
Zhang, Xiaojun; et al, Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2016, 59(15), 7125-7137

Production Method 7

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Diisobutylaluminum hydride Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ,  Hexane ;  -78 °C; 30 min, -78 °C; -78 °C → 0 °C; 30 min, 0 °C; 0 °C → -78 °C
1.2 Reagents: Methanol ;  -78 °C
1.3 Reagents: Potassium sodium tartrate Solvents: Ethyl acetate ,  Water ;  2 h, rt
2.1 Reagents: Pyridinium chlorochromate Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  rt; 24 h, rt
Reference
Axially Chiral Binaphthyl Surrogates with an Inner N-H-N Hydrogen Bond
Kawabata, Takeo; et al, Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2009, 131(1), 54-55

Production Method 8

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Pyridine Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  1 h, rt
2.1 Reagents: N-Bromosuccinimide Catalysts: Silver trifluoroacetate ,  Palladium diacetate Solvents: 1,2-Dichloroethane ;  24 h, 120 °C
3.1 Reagents: Formaldehyde ,  p-Toluenesulfonic acid Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ,  Water ;  15 min, 100 °C
Reference
Selective ortho-Bromination of Substituted Benzaldoximes Using Pd-Catalyzed C-H Activation: Application to the Synthesis of Substituted 2-Bromobenzaldehydes
Dubost, Emmanuelle; et al, Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2011, 76(15), 6414-6420

Production Method 9

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Thionyl chloride Solvents: Methanol ;  0 °C; 30 min, 0 °C; 0 °C → rt; 1 h, rt; rt → reflux; 3 h, reflux; reflux → rt
2.1 Reagents: Diisobutylaluminum hydride Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ,  Hexane ;  -78 °C; 30 min, -78 °C; -78 °C → 0 °C; 30 min, 0 °C; 0 °C → -78 °C
2.2 Reagents: Methanol ;  -78 °C
2.3 Reagents: Potassium sodium tartrate Solvents: Ethyl acetate ,  Water ;  2 h, rt
3.1 Reagents: Pyridinium chlorochromate Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  rt; 24 h, rt
Reference
Axially Chiral Binaphthyl Surrogates with an Inner N-H-N Hydrogen Bond
Kawabata, Takeo; et al, Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2009, 131(1), 54-55

Production Method 10

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Tripotassium phosphate Catalysts: 1,10-Phenanthroline ,  Cuprous iodide Solvents: Toluene ;  7 - 48 h, 80 °C; 80 °C → rt
1.2 Reagents: Ammonium chloride Solvents: Water ;  rt
Reference
Simple, Copper(I)-Catalyzed Oxidation of Benzylic/Allylic Alcohols to Carbonyl Compounds: Synthesis of Functionalized Cinnamates in One Pot
Reddy, Alavala Gopi Krishna; et al, Synthetic Communications, 2014, 44(14), 2076-2087

Production Method 11

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: (Dimethyl sulfide)trihydroboron Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ;  0 °C; 0 °C; 2 h, 0 °C; 22 h, rt
1.2 Reagents: Dess-Martin periodinane Solvents: Dichloromethane ;  0 °C; 0 °C; 0 °C → rt; 3 h, rt
1.3 Reagents: Sodium bicarbonate Solvents: Water ;  rt
Reference
Enantioselective, Catalytic Vicinal Difluorination of Alkenes
Scheidt, Felix; et al, Angewandte Chemie, 2018, 57(50), 16431-16435

Production Method 12

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Borane
1.2 Reagents: Pyridinium chlorochromate Solvents: Dichloromethane
Reference
Palladium-catalyzed carbonylative cyclization of Baylis-Hillman adducts. An efficient approach for the stereoselective synthesis of 3-alkenyl phthalides
Coelho, Fernando; et al, Tetrahedron, 2006, 62(18), 4563-4572

Production Method 13

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Formaldehyde ,  p-Toluenesulfonic acid Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ,  Water ;  15 min, 100 °C
Reference
Selective ortho-Bromination of Substituted Benzaldoximes Using Pd-Catalyzed C-H Activation: Application to the Synthesis of Substituted 2-Bromobenzaldehydes
Dubost, Emmanuelle; et al, Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2011, 76(15), 6414-6420

Production Method 14

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Cesium carbonate ,  Oxygen Catalysts: Zinc oxide (ZnO) ,  Copper oxide (CuO) ,  Gold Solvents: Water ;  120 min, reflux
1.2 Reagents: Hydrochloric acid Solvents: Water
Reference
Novel metal oxide nanocomposite of Au/CuO-ZnO for recyclable catalytic aerobic oxidation of alcohols in water
Albadi, Jalal; et al, Catalysis Communications, 2014, 49, 1-5

Production Method 15

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: N-Bromosuccinimide Catalysts: 2-Trifluoromethyl-4-chloroaniline ,  Palladium diacetate Solvents: Trifluoroacetic acid ,  1,2-Dichloroethane ;  24 h, 60 °C
Reference
Palladium-catalyzed ortho-C(sp2)-H bromination of benzaldehydes via a monodentate transient directing group strategy
Yong, Qiyun; et al, Tetrahedron Letters, 2019, 60(46),

Production Method 16

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: N-Bromosuccinimide Catalysts: Silver trifluoroacetate ,  Palladium diacetate Solvents: 1,2-Dichloroethane ;  24 h, 120 °C
2.1 Reagents: Formaldehyde ,  p-Toluenesulfonic acid Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ,  Water ;  15 min, 100 °C
Reference
Selective ortho-Bromination of Substituted Benzaldoximes Using Pd-Catalyzed C-H Activation: Application to the Synthesis of Substituted 2-Bromobenzaldehydes
Dubost, Emmanuelle; et al, Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2011, 76(15), 6414-6420

Production Method 17

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Triethylamine Solvents: Tetrahydrofuran ;  10 min, 0 °C; 1 h, 0 °C; overnight, rt
2.1 Reagents: Diisobutylaluminum hydride Solvents: Dichloromethane ,  Tetrahydrofuran ;  1 h, -78 °C
2.2 Reagents: Ammonium chloride Solvents: Water ;  -78 °C
Reference
Discovery of a Highly Potent, Selective, and Orally Bioavailable Macrocyclic Inhibitor of Blood Coagulation Factor VIIa-Tissue Factor Complex
Zhang, Xiaojun; et al, Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2016, 59(15), 7125-7137

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Raw materials

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde Preparation Products

Additional information on 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

Comprehensive Overview of 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS No. 84459-32-5): Properties, Applications, and Industry Insights

2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS No. 84459-32-5) is a specialized organic compound widely recognized for its versatile applications in pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical synthesis, and advanced material research. This yellow crystalline solid belongs to the class of nitrobenzaldehyde derivatives, characterized by the presence of both bromo and nitro functional groups on the benzene ring. Its molecular formula, C7H4BrNO3, and unique structural features make it a valuable building block in modern organic chemistry.

The compound's electrophilic aromatic substitution reactivity, driven by the electron-withdrawing effects of the nitro group, enables its use in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig animations. Recent studies highlight its role in developing photoactive materials for OLEDs and bioconjugation probes for biochemical assays. With growing interest in sustainable synthesis methods, researchers are exploring catalytic approaches to optimize the production of 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde while minimizing environmental impact.

In pharmaceutical contexts, this compound serves as a precursor for antimicrobial agents and kinase inhibitors, aligning with current trends in targeted drug discovery. Analytical techniques like HPLC purity analysis (typically >98%) and FT-IR spectroscopy are essential for quality control, particularly when the material is used in GMP-compliant synthesis. The global market for nitroaromatic compounds shows steady growth, projected at 4.2% CAGR through 2030, driven by demand from Asia-Pacific pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Handling 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde requires standard laboratory precautions due to its potential photosensitivity and moderate solubility profile (soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water). Storage recommendations include amber glass containers at 2-8°C under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidative degradation. These stability considerations are particularly relevant for researchers working on long-term stability studies of derivative compounds.

Emerging applications in materials science leverage the compound's ability to form Schiff base ligands for transition metal complexes. This has sparked interest in developing molecular sensors for environmental monitoring, especially for heavy metal detection. The compound's X-ray crystallography data (CCDC deposition numbers available) provides valuable structural insights for computational chemists developing QSAR models of related aromatic aldehydes.

From a regulatory perspective, 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde is not classified under restricted categories, though proper SDS documentation should always accompany shipments. Suppliers typically offer technical and analytical grade variants, with pricing influenced by purity levels and batch scalability. Recent patent analyses reveal increasing use of this compound in heterocyclic synthesis, particularly for benzimidazole scaffolds with potential therapeutic applications.

The synthesis route typically involves bromination of 5-nitrobenzaldehyde using NBS or molecular bromine, with yields optimized through microwave-assisted synthesis techniques. Process chemists emphasize the importance of reaction monitoring via TLC or GC-MS to control byproduct formation. These methodological advancements address the pharmaceutical industry's need for cost-effective intermediates in multi-step syntheses.

Environmental fate studies indicate that 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde undergoes aerobic biodegradation in soil systems (half-life ≈ 14-28 days), with photodegradation being the primary pathway in aquatic environments. These findings support its inclusion in green chemistry initiatives when proper waste management protocols are followed. The compound's EC50 values in standard ecotoxicity assays confirm it requires standard industrial handling precautions.

For researchers sourcing this chemical, key specifications include melting point (typically 98-102°C), residual solvent levels (meeting ICH Q3C guidelines), and heavy metal content (typically <10 ppm). These parameters are critical for applications in cGMP manufacturing where impurity profiles directly impact downstream reactions. Leading suppliers now provide certificates of analysis with detailed chromatographic purity data and NMR verification.

Future research directions focus on developing continuous flow processes for its production and exploring its potential in click chemistry applications. The compound's balanced lipophilicity (calculated logP ≈ 1.8) makes it particularly interesting for medicinal chemistry applications requiring blood-brain barrier penetration. These developments position 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzaldehyde as a compound of continuing significance in synthetic organic chemistry.

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