Description

2-Bromo-2-Phenylacetophenone is a versatile brominated aromatic ketone, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key electrophile and building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex diaryl ketone or α-bromo ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromine atom for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile in Friedel-Crafts acylation reactions and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds like benzofurans and indoles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other advanced organic electronic materials as a molecular scaffold.
• Photoinitiator Precursor: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of specialized photoinitiators used in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploration of new reaction pathways in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-2-Phenylacetophenone
CAS No.	1484-50-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO
Molecular Weight	275.14 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Bromodeoxybenzoin; 2-Bromodeoxybenzoin; Phenacyl Bromide, Phenyl-Substituted; (2-Bromo-1-phenylethyl)phenylmethanone; 2-Bromo-1,2-diphenylethanone; NSC 404058; Desyl Bromide; 1,2-Diphenyl-2-bromoethanone
EINECS	216-034-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-2-Phenylacetophenone is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
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.