Description

2-Bromo-1-(2,4,5-Trichlorophenyl)Ethanone is a specialized halogenated aromatic ketone building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and trichlorophenyl substituents, makes it a versatile electrophile for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated phenyl ketone core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the trichlorophenyl group is a common bioactive moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(2,4,5-Trichlorophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	51488-85-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrCl3O
Molecular Weight	312.38 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)ethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-2',4',5'-trichloroacetophenone; α-Bromo-2,4,5-trichloroacetophenone; 2,4,5-Trichlorophenacyl bromide; Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)-; 2-Bromo-2,4,5-trichloroacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-1-(2,4,5-Trichlorophenyl)Ethanone is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, with comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

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%
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.