Description

1,1-Dibromo-2-Pentanone is a specialized brominated ketone compound, identified by CAS NO 3479-96-7. It serves as a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing bromine-containing functional groups. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a crucial building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, dyes, and specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Material Science: Potential precursor in the synthesis of functional polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,1-Dibromo-2-Pentanone
CAS No.	3479-96-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	243.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentanone, 1,1-dibromo-; 1,1-Dibromopentan-2-one; Pentan-2-one, 1,1-dibromo-; α,α-Dibromo-2-pentanone; Dibromomethyl propyl ketone; 1,1-Dibromo-2-oxopentane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dibromo-2-Pentanone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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