Description

6-(4-Bromophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a bromophenyl ketone moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized aryl ketone backbone.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its bromine substituent for further cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules via reactions such as Grignard additions, reductions, and further functionalization of the carboxylic acid group.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(4-Bromophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid
CAS No.	102862-52-2
Molecular Formula	C12H13BrO3
Molecular Weight	285.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-(4-bromophenyl)hexanoic acid; 4'-Bromo-δ-oxovalerophenone; 6-(p-Bromophenyl)-6-oxohexanoic acid; 5-(4-Bromobenzoyl)pentanoic acid; γ-Oxo-4-bromohydrocinnamic acid, ω-carboxy derivative; 4-Bromophenyl 5-carboxypentyl ketone; (4-Bromophenyl) 5-carboxypentyl ketone; 102862-52-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-(4-Bromophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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.