Description

4-Bromo-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate characterized by its distinct brominated benzophenone structure. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the development of complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, aromatic core and functional group versatility.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins where its bromine atom can facilitate further functionalization or act as a flame retardant component.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a model substrate for developing new catalytic methodologies in academic and industrial labs.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Investigated for applications in formulating photoactive compounds for coatings, inks, and plastics, given its benzophenone moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	300383-01-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13BrO
Molecular Weight	289.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3',4'-dimethylbenzophenone; (4-Bromophenyl)(3,4-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 4'-Bromo-3,4-dimethylbenzophenone; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 4-Bromo-3,4'-dimethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-bromo-3',4'-dimethyl-; Methanone, (4-bromophenyl)(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our commitment to quality ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

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. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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