Description

(5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methanone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both bromo and hydroxy substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Material Science: Building block for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic semiconductors due to its conjugated system and functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile starting material for Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, facilitated by the bromine atom.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential precursor for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments, given its hydroxybenzophenone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	5445-83-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	307.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-4'-methoxybenzophenone; (5-Bromo-2-hydroxyphenyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methanone; 2-Hydroxy-5-bromo-4'-methoxybenzophenone; 4'-Methoxy-5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzophenone; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone; Benzophenone, 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-4'-methoxy-; 5445-83-0; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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