Description

2,4-Dibromo-3-Pentanone is a versatile brominated ketone building block, recognized for its reactivity as an electrophile and alkylating agent. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating complex organic transformations, enabling the synthesis of fine chemicals and advanced intermediates. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for process development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of 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 a versatile electrophile for alkylation and bromination reactions in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in methodological studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4-Dibromo-3-Pentanone
CAS No.	815-60-1
Molecular Formula	C5H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	243.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dibromopentan-3-one; 3-Pentanone, 2,4-dibromo-; sym-Dibromoacetone; Dibromoacetone; 1,3-Dibromo-2-butanone; NSC 60548; 2,4-Dibromo-3-oxopentane
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromo-3-Pentanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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