Description

4-Bromoacetophenone Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile brominated aromatic acetal derivative, serving as a key protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling controlled reactivity for the construction of complex pharmaceutical and agrochemical molecules. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted acetophenone or benzophenone cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where the bromine atom and protected carbonyl group allow for selective functionalization.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, especially in reactions involving carbonyl protection/deprotection strategies and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of liquid crystals and other functional organic materials requiring specific bromo-aromatic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromoacetophenone Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	53578-00-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	245.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2,2-dimethoxyethanone; p-Bromoacetophenone Dimethyl Acetal; 4'-Bromoacetophenone Dimethyl Ketal; 2,2-Dimethoxy-1-(4-bromophenyl)ethanone; α,α-Dimethoxy-4-bromoacetophenone; 4-Bromo-α,α-dimethoxyacetophenone; Acetophenone, 4'-bromo-, dimethyl acetal; Ethanone, 2,2-dimethoxy-1-(4-bromophenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromoacetophenone Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.