Description

2-Bromo-Cyclohexanone is a versatile brominated ketone intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and carbonyl groups make it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex cyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Grignard reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cyclization reactions to introduce functionalized cyclohexyl motifs.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and fragrance components.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	822-85-5
Molecular Formula	C6H9BrO
Molecular Weight	177.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromocyclohexanone; α-Bromocyclohexanone; Cyclohexanone, 2-bromo-; Bromocyclohexanone; NSC 404087; 2-Bromo-1-cyclohexanone; 2-Bromocyclohexan-1-one
EINECS	212-507-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-Cyclohexanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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