Description

Aplpha-Bromo-m-Benzoyloxyacetophenone is a specialized organic bromination reagent and a key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce the α-bromo carbonyl moiety, a versatile functional group in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated ketone precursors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a reagent for introducing bromoacetyl groups in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool in method development and exploratory chemistry for creating novel carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bioconjugation: Potential use in modifying peptides or creating linkers for bioconjugation applications due to its reactive α-halo ketone group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aplpha-Bromo-m-Benzoyloxyacetophenone
CAS No.	139-27-5
Molecular Formula	C15H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	319.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-(3-benzoyloxyphenyl)ethanone; 2-Bromo-1-[3-(benzoyloxy)phenyl]ethan-1-one; α-Bromo-3-benzoyloxyacetophenone; m-(α-Bromoacetylphenyl) benzoate; Phenacyl bromide, m-benzoyloxy-; 3-Benzoyloxyphenacyl bromide
EINECS	205-366-5

Quality Control

Our Aplpha-Bromo-m-Benzoyloxyacetophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.