Description

2,4'-Dibromobenzophenone is a high-purity brominated aromatic ketone of significant industrial interest. This compound serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the production of advanced materials and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the dibromobenzophenone core provides specific bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or additive to impart flame retardancy, UV stability, or specific mechanical properties to high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, and other functional group transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and molecular stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4'-Dibromobenzophenone
CAS No.	78281-59-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	340.01 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromophenyl)(4-bromophenyl)methanone; 2,4'-Dibromobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2,4'-dibromo-; 2-Bromo-4'-bromobenzophenone; Methanone, (2-bromophenyl)(4-bromophenyl)-; 4'-Bromo-2-bromobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4'-Dibromobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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