Description

3’-Bromo-4’-Fluoro-2-Hydroxyacetophenone is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic ketone building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique halogenated phenolic structure, which enables precise molecular modifications in complex chemical pathways. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science researchers need it for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bromo and fluoro substituents for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The phenolic and carbonyl groups make it a useful scaffold for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & R&D: A versatile building block for exploratory organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research in academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3’-Bromo-4’-Fluoro-2-Hydroxyacetophenone
CAS No.	1515663-82-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO2
Molecular Weight	233.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)-2-hydroxyethanone; 2-Hydroxy-1-(3-bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethanone; 3-Bromo-4-fluoro-2-hydroxyacetophenone; 2'-Hydroxy-3'-bromo-4'-fluoroacetophenone; 1-(3-Bromo-4-fluoro-2-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone; α-Hydroxy-3-bromo-4-fluoroacetophenone; 3-Bromo-4-fluoro-2'-hydroxyacetophenone; 1515663-82-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3’-Bromo-4’-Fluoro-2-Hydroxyacetophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

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