Description

1,3-Dibromo-2-Butanone is a versatile brominated ketone building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine atoms and carbonyl functionality make it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent and a versatile electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dibromo-2-Butanone
CAS No.	815-51-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	229.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromobutan-2-one; sym-Dibromoacetone; 2-Butanone, 1,3-dibromo-; Dibromoacetone; 1,3-Dibromo-2-butanone; α,γ-Dibromoacetone; NSC 406912
EINECS	212-419-8

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dibromo-2-Butanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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