Description

1-(5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)Propan-1-One is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a propiophenone moiety, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new 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 or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the bromine atom and phenolic structure contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis for high-throughput screening.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in synthesizing specialized colorants and photographic chemicals due to its conjugated aromatic system.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)Propan-1-One
CAS No.	5384-03-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₃BrO₂
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5'-Bromo-2'-hydroxy-3',4'-dimethylpropiophenone; 1-Propanone, 1-(5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 3,4-Dimethyl-5-bromo-2-hydroxypropiophenone; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethylpropiophenone; 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethyl-5-bromopropiophenone; 1-(5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethylphenyl)-1-propanone; 5-Bromo-3,4-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropiophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)Propan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

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.