Description

(3-Bromo-2-Fluorophenyl)(Phenyl)Methanone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its unique halogenated structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and cellular research applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Bromo-2-Fluorophenyl)(Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	1245645-26-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈BrFO
Molecular Weight	279.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2-fluorobenzophenone; 2-Fluoro-3-bromobenzophenone; (3-Bromo-2-fluorophenyl)(phenyl)methanone; Phenyl(3-bromo-2-fluorophenyl)methanone; Methanone, (3-bromo-2-fluorophenyl)phenyl-; 1-(3-Bromo-2-fluorophenyl)-1-phenylmethanone; Benzophenone, 3'-bromo-2'-fluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Bromo-2-Fluorophenyl)(Phenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides, as indicated by its chemical properties. For long-term storage, consider 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)	≥ 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.