2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone

Name: 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012939

About 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone, a process intermediate or related compound of Atorvastatin registered under CAS number 1484-50-0. The compound has the formula C14H11BrO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 275.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-bromo-1,2-diphenylethanone. Common synonyms include 1-Bromo-1,2-diphenyl-2-ethanone and 2-Bromo-1,2-diphenylethan-1-one.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Atorvastatin, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone
Catalogue No.	VQ-012939
CAS Number	1484-50-0
IUPAC name	2-bromo-1,2-diphenylethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₁BrO
Molecular weight	275.14 g/mol
Exact mass	273.9993
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	ZFFBIQMNKOJDJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)Br
PubChem CID	102630

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	1-Bromo-1,2-diphenyl-2-ethanone, 2-Bromo-1,2-diphenylethan-1-one, Desyl bromide, α-Bromo-α-phenylacetophenone, α-Bromobenzyl phenyl ketone, α-Bromodeoxybenzoin, α-Phenylphenacyl bromide, Ethanone, 2-bromo-1,2-diphenyl-, 2Bromo2phenylacetophenone, Ethanone, 2bromo1,2diphenyl, 2-bromo-1,2-diphenyl-ethanone, alpha-Bromodeoxybenzoin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P271, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P363, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone is 1484-50-0. It is also known as 1-Bromo-1,2-diphenyl-2-ethanone, 2-Bromo-1,2-diphenylethan-1-one, Desyl bromide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone?

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone has the molecular formula C14H11BrO and a molecular weight of 275.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-bromo-1,2-diphenylethanone.

What is 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone used for?

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Atorvastatin. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone can I order?

We supply 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetophenone is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.