Description

2-Bromo-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is a specialized benzophenone derivative characterized by its bromine and methoxy substituents, which impart unique reactivity and photophysical properties. This compound serves as a versatile pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzophenone-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Research: Serves as a model compound or intermediate in the development of photoinitiators for polymers and UV-stabilizing additives.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Acts as a synthon for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial labs for Suzuki coupling, Buchwald-Hartwig amination, and other cross-coupling reactions facilitated by the bromine atom.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the methoxy and ketone groups contribute to color and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	59142-63-1
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	291.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromophenyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methanone; 4-Methoxy-2-bromobenzophenone; 2-Bromo-4'-methoxybenzophenone; Methanone, (2-bromophenyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)-; Benzophenone, 2-bromo-4'-methoxy-; 4'-Methoxy-2-bromobenzophenone; 2-Bromo-4-methoxybenzophenone (common misnomer); p-Methoxy-2-bromobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 be conducted under conditions that minimize light exposure to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.