Description

2-Bromo-1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-Ethanone is a high-purity brominated aromatic ketone building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactivity as a versatile electrophile, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to introduce specific functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard reagent in organic chemistry for Friedel-Crafts acylation and subsequent nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-Ethanone
CAS No.	2633-50-3
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO
Molecular Weight	227.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3',4'-dimethylacetophenone; 3',4'-Dimethylphenacyl Bromide; 1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2-bromoethanone; α-Bromo-3,4-dimethylacetophenone; 2-Bromo-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)ethan-1-one; 3,4-Dimethylphenacyl Bromide; ω-Bromo-3,4-dimethylacetophenone
EINECS	220-129-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture and direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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