4Bromocresol

4-Bromocresol, also known as p-bromocresol or 4-bromo-3-methylphenol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H7BrO. It is a derivative of cresol, where a bromine atom is substituted at the para position (position 4) relative to the hydroxyl group. The compound appears as a solid at room temperature.

This chemical is typically synthesized through the bromination of m-cresol. The presence of the bromine atom and the hydroxyl group influences its reactivity and properties. 4-Bromocresol can participate in various organic reactions, including electrophilic aromatic substitution and reactions involving the phenolic hydroxyl group.

In terms of applications, 4-bromocresol has been investigated for its potential use as an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its specific properties make it a useful building block in organic synthesis. It can also be found in research laboratories for experimental purposes. Information regarding its commercial availability and large-scale production is limited, suggesting it is primarily a specialty chemical.