Description

3-Bromo-3'-Iodobenzophenone is a high-value halogenated benzophenone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its distinct molecular architecture, featuring both bromine and iodine substituents, makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecules with precise electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic systems for bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the benzophenone core provides a versatile scaffold for modification.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) due to the presence of both bromo and iodo functional groups.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool in organic methodology development and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-3'-Iodobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-12-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8BrIO
Molecular Weight	386.99 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromophenyl)(3-iodophenyl)methanone; 3-Bromo-3'-iodobenzophenone; Methanone, (3-bromophenyl)(3-iodophenyl)-; Benzophenone, 3-bromo-3'-iodo-; 3'-Iodo-3-bromobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-3'-Iodobenzophenone is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.