Description

o-Bromomethylbenzoyl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic building block, primarily used as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the dual functionality of the bromomethyl and benzoyl bromide groups, enabling efficient derivatization and the construction of complex molecular scaffolds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds containing benzophenone or benzylamine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of specific bioactive groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced coatings.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a reagent for modifying peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules to create probes for biochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Bromomethylbenzoyl Bromide
CAS No.	40819-28-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	277.94 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl bromide; α-Bromo-o-toluoyl bromide; (2-Bromomethyl)benzoyl bromide; o-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl bromide; Benzoyl bromide, 2-(bromomethyl)-; 2-Bromomethylbenzoyl bromide; Bromomethylbenzoyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our o-Bromomethylbenzoyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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