Description

3-Bromo-3'-Fluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, halogenated benzophenone derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture makes it an indispensable intermediate for the development of complex, high-value chemical entities. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with benzophenone or diaryl ketone cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the halogen atoms for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Photoinitiator Development: Explored for use in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to the benzophenone moiety's photochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-3'-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	75762-58-2
Molecular Formula	C13H8BrFO
Molecular Weight	279.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromophenyl)(3-fluorophenyl)methanone; 3-Bromo-3'-fluorobenzophenone; 3'-Fluoro-3-bromobenzophenone; 1-Bromo-3-(3-fluorobenzoyl)benzene; Benzophenone, 3-bromo-3'-fluoro-; 3-Bromo-3-fluorobenzophenone; 3-Fluoro-3'-bromobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-3'-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

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%
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.