Description

1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methoxyethan-1-One is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its brominated aromatic ketone structure. This compound is critical for facilitating advanced synthetic pathways in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a bromo-substituted aromatic ketone moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for method development and exploring novel organic reactions in laboratory settings.
• Custom Synthesis Starting Material: Provides a functionalized core for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methoxyethan-1-One
CAS No.	97728-73-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Bromo-2-methoxyacetophenone; 2-Methoxy-1-(4-bromophenyl)ethanone; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-methoxyethanone; p-Bromo-2-methoxyacetophenone; 4-Bromophenacyl methyl ether; 2-Methoxy-1-(p-bromophenyl)ethan-1-one; 4'-Bromo-ω-methoxyacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Methoxyethan-1-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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