Description

2-Bromo-1-(4-Methoxypyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone is a specialized brominated ketone derivative of a methoxypyridine scaffold, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-purity building blocks for their synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromoacetyl group for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a reactive handle for the synthesis of molecular probes to study biological systems and enzyme activity.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(4-Methoxypyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	96718-53-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	230.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-(4-methoxypyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-1-(4-methoxy-2-pyridinyl)ethanone; 2-Bromo-1-(4-methoxypyridin-2-yl)ethanone; 2-Acetyl-4-methoxypyridine Bromide; α-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-acetylpyridine; 4-Methoxy-2-pyridyl Bromomethyl Ketone; 1-(4-Methoxy-2-pyridinyl)-2-bromoethanone; Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-(4-methoxypyridin-2-yl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-1-(4-Methoxypyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the stringent purity requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency, traceability, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (HPLC), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory and manufacturing practices.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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