Description

2-Acetylphenylboronic Acid is a versatile organoboron building block, specifically a functionalized phenylboronic acid derivative. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, enabling its use as a key intermediate in sophisticated cross-coupling reactions and molecular synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a boronic acid coupling partner for constructing biaryl and complex conjugated systems central to many drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural features.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as polymers and small molecules for OLEDs or sensors.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Development: Utilized to create molecular probes and sensors that exploit boronic acid-diol interactions for sugar or analyte detection.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetylphenylboronic Acid
CAS No.	308103-40-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9BO3
Molecular Weight	163.97 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Acetylphenyl)boronic acid; 1-(2-Boronophenyl)ethanone; 2-Acetylbenzeneboronic acid; o-Acetylphenylboronic Acid; 2-Acetylbenzeneboronic Acid; 2-Acetylphenylboronic Acid Pinacol Ester (when derivatized); 2-Acetylphenyl-B(OH)2; 1-(2-Boronophenyl)ethan-1-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Acetylphenylboronic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%

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