Description

2-(2-Bromophenyl)Acetophenone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic placement of the bromine atom on the phenyl ring, which provides a reactive site for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with biphenyl or heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or organic semiconductors.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or Negishi couplings to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromophenyl)Acetophenone
CAS No.	16897-97-5
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO
Molecular Weight	275.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Bromobenzophenone; 2-Bromobenzophenone; (2-Bromophenyl)(phenyl)methanone; 2-Bromophenyl phenyl ketone; α-Bromobenzophenone (ambiguous, verify structure); o-Bromobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2'-bromo-; NSC 406913
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Bromophenyl)Acetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

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
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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