Description

4-Bromo-4'-Methylbenzophenone is a high-value, halogenated benzophenone derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its precise molecular architecture makes it indispensable for constructing complex molecules where specific bromine and ketone functionalities are required. This compound 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 materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a halogenated benzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive bromine site for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials used in displays and lighting.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated for use in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its benzophenone-based structure capable of generating free radicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-4'-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	76693-57-7
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO
Molecular Weight	275.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)methanone; 4'-Methyl-4-bromobenzophenone; 4-Bromo-4'-methylbenzophenone; p-Bromo-p'-methylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-bromo-4'-methyl-; 76693-57-7; Methanone, (4-bromophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-4'-Methylbenzophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

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