Description

1-(4-Bromo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone is a versatile brominated aromatic ketone intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a reactive halogen site and a carbonyl group, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to build novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzophenone or diaryl ether cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromo-methoxyacetophenone structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers due to its electron-accepting carbonyl group and modifiable aromatic ring.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a critical intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Bromo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	89368-12-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Bromo-2'-methoxyacetophenone; 1-(4-Bromo-2-methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-one; 2-Methoxy-4-bromoacetophenone; 4-Bromo-2-methoxyacetophenone; p-Bromo-o-methoxyacetophenone; 4-Bromo-2'-methoxyacetophenone; 89368-12-7; Ethanone, 1-(4-bromo-2-methoxyphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Bromo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development as well as scale-up processes.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.