Description

2-Bromo-4-Isopropylacetophenone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a crucial high-purity intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and isopropyl substituents, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated acetophenone core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and advanced polymer modifiers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new organic reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific bromo-aryl functionality is required.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Isopropylacetophenone
CAS No.	51012-62-5
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO
Molecular Weight	241.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Bromo-4-isopropylphenyl)ethanone; 2'-Bromo-4'-isopropylacetophenone; 2-Bromo-4-(1-methylethyl)acetophenone; 2-Bromo-4-propan-2-ylacetophenone; α-Bromo-4-isopropylacetophenone; p-Isopropyl-2-bromoacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Bromo-4-Isopropylacetophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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