Description

1-(2-Bromo-6-Hydroxyphenyl)Ethanone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone, serving as a key organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated phenolic scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other transformations to introduce specific functional groups into target molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromo-6-Hydroxyphenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	55736-69-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Bromo-2-hydroxyacetophenone; 2-Acetyl-3-bromophenol; 1-(2-Bromo-6-hydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-6-hydroxyacetophenone; 3-Bromo-2-hydroxyacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-(2-bromo-6-hydroxyphenyl)-; 2-Hydroxy-3-bromoacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Bromo-6-Hydroxyphenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

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