Description

2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxoacetaldehyde Hydrate is a high-purity, versatile brominated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde and ketone functionalities make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific bromoaryl motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for scale-up and production under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxoacetaldehyde Hydrate
CAS No.	859775-25-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxoacetaldehyde monohydrate; 4-Bromophenylglyoxal hydrate; (4-Bromophenyl)oxoacetaldehyde hydrate; α-Oxo-4-bromobenzeneacetaldehyde hydrate; 2-Oxo-2-(4-bromophenyl)ethanal hydrate; 4-Bromo-α-oxobenzeneacetaldehyde hydrate; Glyoxal, (4-bromophenyl)-, hydrate (1:1)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxoacetaldehyde Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical research and development projects. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic confirmation are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture uptake and potential decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines

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