Description

1-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-Butanedione is a specialized diketone derivative featuring a brominated aromatic ring, serving as a versatile and high-value organic intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to build novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing diketone or heterocyclic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-Butanedione
CAS No.	152706-83-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	241.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Bromo-1-phenyl-1,3-butanedione; 3-Bromobenzoylacetone; 1-(3-Bromophenyl)butane-1,3-dione; 3-Bromophenacyl methyl ketone; 3'-Bromodibenzoylmethane (less common); m-Bromobenzoylacetone; 3-Bromophenyl diketone; 152706-83-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-Butanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.