Description

2-Bromo-1-(3-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone is a versatile and high-value brominated aromatic ketone building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the trifluoromethoxy group for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and target engagement.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(3-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	237386-01-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6BrF3O2
Molecular Weight	283.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-[3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]ethanone; 2-Bromo-1-(3-trifluoromethoxyphenyl)ethanone; 3'-Trifluoromethoxy Phenacyl Bromide; α-Bromo-3'-(trifluoromethoxy)acetophenone; 2-Bromo-3'-(trifluoromethoxy)acetophenone; 1-(3-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)-2-bromoethanone; Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-[3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-1-(3-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

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