Description

Ethyl 4-(3-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutyrate is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate characterized by its brominated aromatic ketone ester structure. This compound is essential for facilitating complex synthetic transformations in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the reactivity of the bromophenyl and ketone functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the biotechnology and specialty chemical sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(3-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutyrate
CAS No.	147374-04-7
Molecular Formula	C12H13BrO3
Molecular Weight	285.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(3-Bromobenzoyl)butyrate; 4-(3-Bromobenzoyl)butyric Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Bromophenyl Levulinate Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Bromobenzoylpropionate; Ethyl γ-Oxo-3-bromohydrocinnamate; Butanoic acid, 4-(3-bromophenyl)-4-oxo-, ethyl ester; 147374-04-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 4-(3-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We guarantee high lot-to-lot consistency to support your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities < 2.0%

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