Description

2,5-Dibromopropiophenone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its unique substitution pattern makes it highly valuable for chemists and R&D teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific bromine functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromo-substituted propiophenone core provides specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where bromine atoms act as handles for further functionalization or influence material properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and verification.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,5-Dibromopropiophenone
CAS No.	25079-06-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	291.97 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,5-Dibromophenyl)propan-1-one; 2',5'-Dibromopropiophenone; Propiophenone, 2,5-dibromo-; α-Ethyl-2,5-dibromoacetophenone; 2,5-Dibromophenyl ethyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromopropiophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.