Description

2-Bromo-2,5-Dihydroxyacetophenone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone derivative with significant synthetic utility. This compound serves as a versatile and high-value pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex phenolic or ketone frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to introduce functionalized aromatic rings.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photostable dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-2,5-Dihydroxyacetophenone
CAS No.	25015-91-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Bromo-2,5-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanone; 2'-Bromo-2,5'-dihydroxyacetophenone; 2-Bromo-2',5-dihydroxyacetophenone; 2-Bromo-5-hydroxy-2-hydroxyacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-(2-bromo-2,5-dihydroxyphenyl)-; NSC 163082
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-2,5-Dihydroxyacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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