Description

Phenacyl Bromide CAS NO 2142-69-0 is a versatile and highly reactive organic brominating agent, primarily recognized as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the phenacyl group, making it indispensable for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications ranging from drug intermediate synthesis to the preparation of specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A crucial reagent for the preparation of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing ketone or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the phenacyl moiety is a key functional group.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed as a protecting group reagent or for the modification of amino acid side chains during peptide synthesis.
• Heterocyclic Compound Manufacture: Serves as a starting material or alkylating agent in the synthesis of oxygen- and nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are prevalent in many bioactive molecules.
• Photoinitiator and Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for photoinitiators used in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives, and in polymer modification reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies, such as nucleophilic substitution and carbon-carbon bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenacyl Bromide
CAS No.	2142-69-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO
Molecular Weight	199.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoacetophenone; α-Bromoacetophenone; Phenacyl bromide; ω-Bromoacetophenone; Acetophenone, 2-bromo-; Acetophenone, α-bromo-; Bromomethyl phenyl ketone; 1-Phenacyl bromide; EINECS 218-389-1
EINECS	218-389-1

Quality Control

Our Phenacyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment 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 (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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