Description

3-Bromo-2'-Methoxybenzophenone is a specialized benzophenone derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, as well as by manufacturers of specialty chemicals and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with benzophenone or diaryl ketone cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogen and methoxy functional groups for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and photoactive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce complex aromatic fragments.
• UV Absorber / Light Stabilizer Precursor: Serves as a synthetic intermediate for benzophenone-based compounds used in plastics, coatings, and cosmetics to absorb ultraviolet light.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	750633-45-5
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	291.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Methoxy-3-bromobenzophenone; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(3-bromophenyl)methanone; 3-Bromo-2'-methoxy benzophenone; Benzophenone, 3-bromo-2'-methoxy-; 3-Bromobenzophenone-2'-methoxy derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2'-Methoxybenzophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 amber glass or otherwise opaque.

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.