Description

4-Bromo-2-Ethylacetanilide is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industrial buyers and R&D chemists in fine chemical manufacturing need it for its reliable reactivity and structural properties, enabling the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a brominated aniline derivative.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the ethyl and bromo substituents impart specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials due to its aromatic structure and halogen functionality.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig couplings, for constructing complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel chemical entities for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Ethylacetanilide
CAS No.	51688-73-4
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrNO
Molecular Weight	242.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)acetamide; 4'-Bromo-2'-ethylacetanilide; 1-(4-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)ethan-1-one; Acetamide, N-(4-bromo-2-ethylphenyl)-; 2-Ethyl-4-bromoacetanilide; p-Bromo-o-ethylacetanilide; 4-Bromo-2-ethyl-N-acetylaniline
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Ethylacetanilide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	102 - 106 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
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.