Description

2-Bromo-3-Methyl-1-Phenylbutan-1-One is a specialized organic bromide compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific brominated ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile alkylating agent or electrophile in complex multi-step organic reactions, including C-C bond formation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials that require halogenated precursors.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Methyl-1-Phenylbutan-1-One
CAS No.	50735-03-0
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO
Molecular Weight	241.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-methyl-1-phenyl-1-butanone; α-Bromo-β-methylbutyrophenone; 1-Phenyl-2-bromo-3-methyl-1-butanone; 2-Bromo-3-methylbutyrophenone; β-Methyl-α-bromobutyrophenone; (2-Bromo-3-methylbutanoyl)benzene; NSC 403058
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Methyl-1-Phenylbutan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

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%

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