Description

2',5'-Dibromoacetophenone is a high-purity brominated aromatic ketone building block, identified by CAS NO 32937-55-6. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific bromine substitution patterns. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromoacetophenone core provides specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile or precursor for further functionalization (e.g., Suzuki coupling, nucleophilic substitution) in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where bromine atoms act as handles for further cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, quality control, and regulatory testing in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2',5'-Dibromoacetophenone
CAS No.	32937-55-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	277.94 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,5-Dibromophenyl)ethanone; 2,5-Dibromoacetophenone; 2',5'-Dibromoacetophenone; α,2,5-Tribromoacetophenone (incorrect but common alias); Ethanone, 1-(2,5-dibromophenyl)-; 2,5-Dibromophenylethanone; Acetophenone, 2',5'-dibromo-
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Quality Control

Our 2',5'-Dibromoacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.