Description

2-Bromo-n-(3-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is a specialized brominated aromatic amide derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromoacetamide group and a nitro-substituted phenyl ring, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and custom synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the nitro and bromo functional groups are essential for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments due to its nitroaniline derivative structure.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals that require specific aromatic amide components.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Buchwald-Hartwig amination) for creating complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful in biochemical research for modifying proteins or creating fluorescent probes, leveraging the reactivity of the bromoacetyl group.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-n-(3-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	29182-96-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2O3
Molecular Weight	259.06 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2-bromoacetamide; 2-Bromo-N-(3-nitrophenyl)acetamide; 2-Bromoacet-3-nitroanilide; α-Bromo-3-nitroacetanilide; 3'-Nitro-2-bromoacetanilide; Acetamide, 2-bromo-N-(3-nitrophenyl)-; Bromoacetic acid (3-nitrophenyl)amide
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-n-(3-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request, providing full traceability and supporting regulatory documentation 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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C
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.