Description

5-Bromo-2-Methoxycyclohepta-2,4,6-Trien-1-One is a specialized brominated tropone derivative, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique seven-membered ring structure with electron-withdrawing and donating substituents makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its reactive bromine moiety for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Building block for creating specialized organic semiconductors and photoactive materials due to its conjugated tropone core.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a model compound in methodological studies of ring expansion reactions, electrophilic aromatic substitution, and cross-coupling chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals with specific stereochemical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methoxycyclohepta-2,4,6-Trien-1-One
CAS No.	33816-51-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-methoxytropone; 2-Methoxy-5-bromotropone; 5-Bromo-2-methoxy-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; Bromomethoxytropone; Tropone, 5-bromo-2-methoxy-; 5-Bromo-2-methoxycyclohepta-2,4,6-trienone
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Methoxycyclohepta-2,4,6-Trien-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and reliability for your critical research and development projects.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.