Description

(4-Bromo-3-Methylphenyl)(4-Methoxy-3-Nitrophenyl)Methanone (Wxc06476) is a specialized aromatic ketone building block with the CAS number 2102411-41-4. This compound is valued for its unique bifunctional molecular structure, which incorporates bromo, methyl, methoxy, and nitro substituents, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogen and nitro functional groups.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the creation of complex chromophores and high-performance pigments due to its conjugated ketone backbone.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, nitro group reductions, and other transformative organic reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a scaffold for designing novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Bromo-3-Methylphenyl)(4-Methoxy-3-Nitrophenyl)Methanone (Wxc06476)
CAS No.	2102411-41-4
Molecular Formula	C15H12BrNO4
Molecular Weight	350.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Bromo-3'-methyl-4-methoxy-3-nitrobenzophenone; (4-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)(4-methoxy-3-nitrophenyl)methanone; WXC-06476; Wxc06476; 1-(4-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)-2-(4-methoxy-3-nitrophenyl)ethanone (common misnomer); Benzophenone, 4'-bromo-3'-methyl-4-methoxy-3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-4-methoxy-4'-bromo-3'-methylbenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (4-Bromo-3-Methylphenyl)(4-Methoxy-3-Nitrophenyl)Methanone undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pre-clinical development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.