Description

2-Bromo-1-(2-Bromo-4,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethanone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two bromine atoms at reactive positions, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating complex heterocycles and functionalized aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure can be leveraged for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological mechanisms and pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the fine chemical and life science sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(2-Bromo-4,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	1246471-30-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	305.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Dibromo-4,6-dimethylacetophenone; 1-(2-Bromo-4,6-dimethylphenyl)-2-bromoethanone; α,2-Dibromo-4,6-dimethylacetophenone; 2-Bromo-1-(2-bromo-4,6-dimethylphenyl)ethan-1-one; Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-(2-bromo-4,6-dimethylphenyl)-; 4,6-Dimethyl-2,2'-dibromoacetophenone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(2-Bromo-4,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory and quality requirements.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.