Description

2-Bromo-1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-One is a high-purity brominated aromatic ketone building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key electrophilic intermediate in the construction of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory organic synthesis in both university and corporate research laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-One
CAS No.	26346-85-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO
Molecular Weight	227.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2',4'-Dimethylacetophenone; 2-Bromo-1-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)ethanone; 2',4'-Dimethylphenacyl Bromide; α-Bromo-2,4-dimethylacetophenone; 2-Bromo-2,4-dimethylacetophenone; 1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2-bromoethanone; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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