Description

3-Bromo-2-Butanone is a versatile halogenated ketone building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and carbonyl groups make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for applications in medicinal chemistry, material science, and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation, condensation, and cyclization reactions to introduce functionalized butanone moieties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for exploring new reaction pathways and synthesizing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Butanone
CAS No.	814-75-5
Molecular Formula	C4H7BrO
Molecular Weight	151.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butanone, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromobutan-2-one; Methyl 2-bromoethyl ketone; 2-Bromoethyl methyl ketone; α-Bromoethyl methyl ketone; 3-Bromo-2-oxobutane; Bromomethyl ethyl ketone
EINECS	212-395-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Butanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.45 - 1.55

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