Description

4'-Bromo-3-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. Industries that require high-purity intermediates for drug discovery, agrochemical development, and material science will find this product essential for their R&D and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bromine and aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its rigid molecular framework.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in academic laboratories and corporate research centers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Bromo-3-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone
CAS No.	898779-17-4
Molecular Formula	C17H17BrO
Molecular Weight	317.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)propan-1-one; 3-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1-(4-bromophenyl)propan-1-one; 4'-Bromo-3,4-dimethylpropiophenone; 898779-17-4; Propiophenone, 4'-bromo-3-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-1-propanone
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Quality Control

Our 4'-Bromo-3-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as purity (by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR and NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical intermediate production and GMP-guided processes where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (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.