Description

1-(3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenyl)Ethan-1-One is a high-purity halogenated aromatic ketone building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, offering precise reactivity for selective functionalization. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized monomers or ligands used in advanced polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a substrate for further functionalization like reduction or nucleophilic addition in fine chemical production.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenyl)Ethan-1-One
CAS No.	161957-62-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	233.49 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Bromo-2'-chloroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-3-bromo-2-chlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-3-bromoacetophenone; (3-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)ethanone; Ethanone, 1-(3-bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-; 3-Bromo-2-chloroacetophenone; 1-(3-Bromo-2-chloro-phenyl)-ethanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Bromo-2-Chlorophenyl)Ethan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

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.