Description

Benzoyl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive organic reagent, primarily valued for its role as a benzoylating agent in chemical synthesis. Its ability to introduce the benzoyl group makes it a critical intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for research and industrial chemists in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors seeking reliable and high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for benzoyl-protected compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to form ketones, esters, and amides.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable tool in academic and R&D settings for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Bromide
CAS No.	618-32-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO
Molecular Weight	185.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzene carbonyl bromide; Benzoyl bromide; Benzoic acid bromide; α-Bromobenzaldehyde; Phenylcarbonyl bromide; Benzene, (bromoformyl)-; Benzoic acid, bromide; UN 2513
EINECS	210-545-1

Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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