Description

5-Bromo-2-Methoxyacetophenone is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and ketone functional groups, which make it a critical building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing novel organic polymers and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methoxyacetophenone
CAS No.	16740-73-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(5-Bromo-2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone; 2'-Methoxy-5'-bromoacetophenone; 5-Bromo-2'-methoxyacetophenone; 5-Bromo-o-methoxyacetophenone; 2-Acetyl-4-bromoanisole; 4-Bromo-2-acetylanisole; Ethanone, 1-(5-bromo-2-methoxyphenyl)-
EINECS	240-803-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Methoxyacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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