Description

3-Bromooctan-2-One is a versatile brominated ketone building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both a bromine atom and a carbonyl group, facilitating a range of nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients or complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo-ketone moiety can be leveraged for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile electrophile in alkylation reactions and as a substrate for further transformations like reduction to alcohols or conversion to other functional groups.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents that require specific carbon chain lengths.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers or organic electronic materials where bromine acts as a handle for cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromooctan-2-One
CAS No.	51134-60-2
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO
Molecular Weight	207.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-octanone; 2-Octanone, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromo-2-octanone; 3-Bromooctan-2-one; 2-Octanone, 3-bromo-; Bromooctanone
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromooctan-2-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.