Description

Methanone, [2-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl]Phenyl- CAS NO 59310-31-5 is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative featuring a reactive bromomethyl substituent, making it a valuable bifunctional synthetic intermediate. This compound is engineered to serve as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing benzophenone-based scaffolds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the bromomethyl group allows for selective derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new organic reactions, such as Suzuki-Miyaura cross-couplings or nucleophilic substitutions.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for electronic displays and photonic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanone, [2-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl]Phenyl-
CAS No.	59310-31-5
Molecular Formula	C15H13BrO
Molecular Weight	289.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromobenzyl) Phenyl Ketone; 2'-Bromomethyl Benzophenone; [2-(Bromomethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone; α-Bromo-o-tolyl Phenyl Ketone; Phenyl (2-bromomethylphenyl) ketone; 2-Bromomethylbenzophenone; o-Bromomethyl Benzophenone; 1-(2-Bromophenyl)-2-phenylethanone (tautomeric form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methanone, [2-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl]Phenyl- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.