Description

2-Butanone, 1-Bromo-4-(4-Iodophenyl)- is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring both bromo and iodo substituents on an aromatic ring attached to a butanone backbone. This unique bifunctional halogenated structure makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling selective cross-coupling reactions and further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and advanced material science laboratories for the development of novel compounds and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly for Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the halogenated aromatic system is crucial for biological activity.
• Material Science & OLED Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex organic molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other advanced catalytic processes.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Development: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for imaging, diagnostics, and studying biological pathways.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting cutting-edge research in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butanone, 1-Bromo-4-(4-Iodophenyl)-
CAS No.	939825-20-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrIO
Molecular Weight	352.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Bromophenyl)-4-iodobutan-1-one; 4'-Bromo-4-iodobutyrophenone; 1-Bromo-4-(4-iodobenzoyl)ethane; (4-Bromophenyl)(4-iodophenyl)methanone, butanone derivative; 4-Iodophenyl 4-bromophenyl ketone, butanone analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone, 1-Bromo-4-(4-Iodophenyl)- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant REACH regulations for the global market.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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