Description

3,3-Dibromobutane-2-One is a specialized brominated ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industries that need it include fine chemical manufacturers, contract research organizations (CROs), and academic institutions focused on developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions, such as haloform reactions and nucleophilic substitution, to introduce dibromoacetyl functional groups.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dibromobutane-2-One
CAS No.	2648-69-3
Molecular Formula	C4H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	229.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dibromoacetone; Dibromoacetone; 1,1-Dibromo-2-propanone; α,α-Dibromoacetone; 3,3-Dibromo-2-butanone; NSC 401696
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Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dibromobutane-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.