Description

4-Bromo-3-Fluoro-3'-Methoxybenzophenone is a specialized benzophenone derivative, a key fluorinated and brominated aromatic ketone building block. This compound matters for its unique molecular scaffold, which is critical for introducing specific halogen and methoxy substituents into complex target molecules. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of advanced intermediates, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A versatile building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research and API development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted benzophenone core.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to create complex molecular architectures.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Investigated for potential use in the formulation of photoinitiators for coatings or as a component in UV-stabilizing additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Fluoro-3'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	750633-75-1
Molecular Formula	C14H10BrFO2
Molecular Weight	309.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(3'-Methoxyphenyl)(4-bromo-3-fluorophenyl)methanone; 4-Bromo-3-fluoro-3'-methoxybenzophenone; 3'-Methoxy-4-bromo-3-fluorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-bromo-3-fluoro-3'-methoxy-; 4-Bromo-3-fluorophenyl 3-methoxyphenyl ketone; 750633-75-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Fluoro-3'-Methoxybenzophenone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.