Description

3'-Bromoacetophenone is a versatile brominated aromatic ketone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactive carbonyl and bromine functional groups, enabling precise molecular construction for complex chemical entities. This intermediate is critically needed by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with substituted phenyl rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for biochemical research.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for various specialty and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3'-Bromoacetophenone
CAS No.	2142-63-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO
Molecular Weight	199.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Bromophenyl)ethanone; 3-Bromoacetophenone; m-Bromoacetophenone; 3'-Bromoacetophenone; 3-Acetylbromobenzene; 3-Bromophenyl methyl ketone; Ethanone, 1-(3-bromophenyl)-; USEPA Pesticide Chemical Code 001501
EINECS	218-387-1

Quality Control

Our 3'-Bromoacetophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
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.