Description

(2-Bromophenyl)(4-Ethylphenyl)Methanone CAS NO 137327-29-8 is a high-purity diaryl ketone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a versatile halogenated aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its rigid, conjugated core.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura, Buchwald-Hartwig, and other cross-coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromophenyl)(4-Ethylphenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	137327-29-8
Molecular Formula	C15H13BrO
Molecular Weight	289.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4'-ethylbenzophenone; (2-Bromophenyl)(4-ethylphenyl)methanone; 1-(2-Bromophenyl)-2-(4-ethylphenyl)ethanone (common misnomer); 4'-Ethyl-2-bromobenzophenone; 2-Bromo-4'-ethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2-bromo-4'-ethyl-; Methanone, (2-bromophenyl)(4-ethylphenyl)-; 137327-29-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromophenyl)(4-Ethylphenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.