Description

Isopropyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other specialty chemicals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate the 4-bromophenyl moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Used in the research and production of organic electronic materials due to its conjugated structure and bromine substituent for further functionalization.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring this specific molecular fragment.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and ester transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Isopropyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutanoate
CAS No.	1284448-67-4
Molecular Formula	C13H15BrO3
Molecular Weight	299.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Bromobenzoyl)butyric Acid Isopropyl Ester; Isopropyl 4-(4-Bromobenzoyl)butanoate; 4-Oxo-4-(4-bromophenyl)butanoic Acid Isopropyl Ester; 1-Methylethyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-oxobutanoate; Butanoic acid, 4-(4-bromophenyl)-4-oxo-, 1-methylethyl ester; Isopropyl β-(4-Bromobenzoyl)propionate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Isopropyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-Oxobutanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.