Description

(4-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Phenylmethanone is a high-purity, halogenated aromatic ketone building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its bromo and fluoro substituents enable precise molecular modifications. It is needed by research scientists and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and other advanced functional materials requiring specific halogenated aromatic cores.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a scaffold 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	(4-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Phenylmethanone
CAS No.	1196395-22-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈BrFO
Molecular Weight	279.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Bromo-3'-fluorobenzophenone; (4-Bromo-3-fluorophenyl)(phenyl)methanone; 1-(4-Bromo-3-fluorophenyl)-1-phenylmethanone; Benzophenone, 4'-bromo-3'-fluoro-; 4-Bromo-3-fluorobenzophenone; Phenyl (4-bromo-3-fluorophenyl) ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Bromo-3-Fluorophenyl)Phenylmethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.