Description

1-(2,6-Dibromophenyl)Ethanone is a specialized brominated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a sterically hindered and electronically distinct site for further functionalization, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the dibromo-substituted phenyl ring can impart specific biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, including monomers for conductive polymers or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new bromination, coupling, and cyclization reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,6-Dibromophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	99419-76-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	277.94 g/mol
Synonyms	2',6'-Dibromoacetophenone; 2,6-Dibromoacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2,6-dibromobenzene; Ethanone, 1-(2,6-dibromophenyl)-; (2,6-Dibromophenyl) methyl ketone; α,α'-Dibromoacetophenone; NSC 406915
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2,6-Dibromophenyl)Ethanone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements for advanced R&D or scale-up projects.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

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