Description

6-Bromo-2-(Bromoacetyl)Naphthalene is a high-purity, bifunctional naphthalene derivative designed for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, making it a versatile and critical building block in the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing high-performance, brominated organic dyes and pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create complex ligands for catalytic systems.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in fundamental organic chemistry research and method development due to its distinct reactivity profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-(Bromoacetyl)Naphthalene
CAS No.	50637-83-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈Br₂O
Molecular Weight	328.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-6-bromonaphthalene, α,α'-Dibromo-2-acetyl-6-naphthalene; 6-Bromo-2-bromoacetylnaphthalene; 1-(6-Bromonaphthalen-2-yl)-2-bromoethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-1-(6-bromonaphthalen-2-yl)ethanone; 6-Bromo-2-bromoacetyl naphthalene; Bromoacetyl Bromonaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2-(Bromoacetyl)Naphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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