Thermo Fisher, A13687.22, 2,4'-Dibromoacetophenone, 98+%

Quantity: 100 g
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Applications2,4′-Dibromoacetophenone is used as a reagent for analysis of fatty acids by HPLC as 4-bromophenacyl esters, for use in the protection of phenols and carboxylic acids. It undergoes condensation reactions with aldehydes in the presence of SnCl2 or SmI3 to afford α,β-unsaturated ketones. It is also useful in the esterification of carboxylic acids.SolubilitySoluble in dimethyl sulfoxide (5 mg/ml), methanol (20 mg/ml), toluene and ethanol. Insoluble in water.NotesKeep container tightly sealed. Store in refrigerated condition. Incompatible with bases and oxidizing agents.