Description

2-Bromo-1-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-2-Phenyl-Ethanone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and functional organic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for brominated aromatic cores in electronic and display materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Friedel-Crafts acylation, nucleophilic substitution, and other reactions to introduce functionalized diaryl ketone motifs.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-2-Phenyl-Ethanone
CAS No.	24567-06-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	354.04 g/mol
Synonyms	α,4-Dibromodeoxybenzoin; 2,4'-Dibromodeoxybenzoin; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-bromo-2-phenylethanone; 4-Bromo-α-bromodeoxybenzoin; p-Bromo-α-bromodeoxybenzoin; (4-Bromophenyl)(bromo)phenylmethanone; Dibromodeoxybenzoin
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-2-Phenyl-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	98°C - 102°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.