Description

2,2-Dibromo-1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-Propanedione is a specialized brominated diketone compound, serving as a versatile building block and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and as a brominating agent under specific conditions, enabling the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce bromine functionality or construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and investigational drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a bromine source or electrophile in various name reactions for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: Crucial starting material for the synthesis of brominated furans, pyrroles, and other nitrogen/oxygen-containing heterocycles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dibromo-1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-Propanedione
CAS No.	16619-55-9
Molecular Formula	C15H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	398.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibromodiphenylpropanedione; 1,3-Diphenyl-2,2-dibromopropane-1,3-dione; Dibromo-1,3-diphenyl-1,3-propanedione; 2,2-Dibromodibenzoylmethane; DBDPD; α,α-Dibromodibenzoylmethane; NSC 163082
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dibromo-1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-Propanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity, with all critical impurities monitored and controlled. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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