Description

n-(2-Bromo-5-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is a specialized brominated and nitrated aromatic acetamide derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromo and nitro substituents, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro and bromo groups can be modified for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive aromatic amine precursor capability.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where electron-withdrawing groups are needed to tune material properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for creating biaryl structures common in many advanced compounds.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for training purposes in advanced laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-(2-Bromo-5-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	90221-50-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2O3
Molecular Weight	259.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Bromo-5'-nitroacetanilide; N-Acetyl-2-bromo-5-nitroaniline; 2-Bromo-5-nitroacetanilide; Acetamide, N-(2-bromo-5-nitrophenyl)-; 1-(2-Bromo-5-nitrophenyl)ethan-1-one? (Incorrect, verify structure); 2-Bromo-5-nitro-N-acetylaniline; N-(2-Bromo-5-nitrophenyl)acetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(2-Bromo-5-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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