Description

1-(2-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where the bromo and fluoro substituents influence material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a substrate for further functionalization in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	161957-58-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO
Molecular Weight	217.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Bromo-3'-fluoroacetophenone; 2-Bromo-3-fluoroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2-bromo-3-fluorobenzene; Ethanone, 1-(2-bromo-3-fluorophenyl)-; 2-Bromo-3-fluorophenyl methyl ketone; α-Bromo-3-fluoroacetophenone (ambiguous, use with caution); 3-Fluoro-2-bromoacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP and ISO standards.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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