Description

(5-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Naphthalenyl)Phenylmethanone is a specialized naphthalene derivative ketone, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized aromatic structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in the fields of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage its bromo and methoxy substituents for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or core unit in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoconductive polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in Suzuki, Heck, and other cross-coupling reactions to create more complex biaryl and conjugated systems.
• Dye and Pigment Development: Utilized in research for creating new naphthalene-based colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for scaling up novel synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(5-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Naphthalenyl)Phenylmethanone
CAS No.	55299-27-9
Molecular Formula	C18H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	341.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-naphthyl phenyl ketone; (5-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)(phenyl)methanone; Phenyl (5-bromo-6-methoxy-2-naphthyl) ketone; 2-Naphthalenone, 5-bromo-6-methoxy-2-(phenylmethyl)-; 5-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-benzoylnaphthalene; 1-(5-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)ethanone (common misnomer, corrects to phenyl); Benzophenone, 5'-bromo-6'-methoxy-2'-naphthyl-
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Quality Control

Our (5-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Naphthalenyl)Phenylmethanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.