Description

4-Acetyl-2-Bromobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it provides a strategically functionalized scaffold, combining a carboxylic acid, a bromine substituent, and an acetyl group, enabling precise derivatization for complex molecule construction. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves 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 and photoactive materials for electronic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom research and development (CRO/CMO) organizations serving the global chemical industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Acetyl-2-Bromobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	93273-64-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-acetylbenzoic acid; 4-Acetyl-2-bromobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-acetyl-; 2-Bromo-4-acetylbenzoic acid; 4-Acetyl-o-bromobenzoic acid; (2-Bromo-4-acetylphenyl)formic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Acetyl-2-Bromobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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 strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.