Description

1,3-Bis-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Propenone is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its chalcone structure with bromine substituents. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting brominated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a core component for electron-transport or host materials due to its brominated aromatic structure.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors in biochemical research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodology development in cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Bis-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Propenone
CAS No.	5471-96-5
Molecular Formula	C15H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	366.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Dibromochalcone; (E)-1,3-Bis(4-bromophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one; 4-Bromochalcone; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-(4-bromophenyl)-2-propen-1-one; 4,4'-Dibromodibenzylideneacetone; p,p'-Dibromochalcone; NSC 403697; Chalcone, 4,4'-dibromo-
EINECS	226-787-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Bis-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Propenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
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.