Description

2-(3-Bromophenyl)-3'-Trifluoromethylacetophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a bromophenyl and a trifluoromethylacetophenone moiety. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which makes it a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly for introducing specific halogenated and fluorinated aromatic systems. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine and trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Investigated as a building block for electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize novel phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromophenyl)-3'-Trifluoromethylacetophenone
CAS No.	898784-20-8
Molecular Formula	C15H10BrF3O
Molecular Weight	343.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[3-(3-Bromophenyl)-3-oxopropyl]-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3'-Trifluoromethyl-2-(3-bromophenyl)acetophenone; 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-1-[2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethan-1-one; 3-Bromo-ω-(2-trifluoromethylbenzoyl)acetophenone; 3-Bromophenyl 2-trifluoromethylphenyl ketone derivative; (3-Bromophenyl)(2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanone precursor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-3'-Trifluoromethylacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

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 heat, sparks, and open flames. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect this light-sensitive material from degradation.

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%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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