Description

1-(2-Bromo-6-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique molecular structure, which combines bromo and nitro functional groups on the same aromatic ring, enabling precise chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where its halogenated nitroaromatic structure is leveraged for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to construct complex heterocyclic systems.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and nitroaromatic-based colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromo-6-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	55737-11-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	244.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Bromo-6'-nitroacetophenone; 2-Bromo-6-nitroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2-bromo-6-nitrobenzene; Ethanone, 1-(2-bromo-6-nitrophenyl)-; 2-Bromo-6-nitroacetylbenzene; α-Bromo-2-nitroacetophenone (ambiguous, verify structure); 1-(2-Bromo-6-nitrophenyl)ethan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Bromo-6-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place 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 amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.