Description

3-(3-Bromo-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a brominated aromatic ring and a β-keto acid functional group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted phenyl or heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as monomers for conductive polymers or organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags due to its reactive keto and acid groups, which can be further functionalized.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Bromo-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	1000556-86-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Bromophenyl)-3-oxopropanoic acid; 3-Oxo-3-(3-bromophenyl)propanoic acid; 3-Bromo-β-oxohydrocinnamic acid; 3-(3-Bromobenzoyl)propionic acid; 3-(m-Bromophenyl)-3-oxopropionic acid; β-Oxo-3-bromohydrocinnamic acid; 3-Bromophenyl pyruvic acid (related); m-Bromobenzoylacetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Bromo-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.