Description

3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxopropanoic Acid is a specialized aromatic keto acid derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the reactive oxopropanoic acid moiety and the bromine substituent, which provide distinct handles for further functionalization and cross-coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to construct complex molecular architectures for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bromophenyl group for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors and photoactive materials for electronic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop activity-based probes for studying enzyme function and mechanism.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific brominated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxopropanoic Acid
CAS No.	38712-59-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromobenzoylformic Acid; (4-Bromophenyl)oxoacetic Acid; 2-Oxo-2-(4-bromophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Bromophenylglyoxylic Acid; α-Oxo-4-bromobenzeneacetic Acid; p-Bromobenzoylformic Acid; 3-(p-Bromophenyl)-2-oxopropanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxopropanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is 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 (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light to preserve stability.

Specification

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