2-Bromo-4'-hydroxyacetophenone, with the chemical formula C8H7BrO2, has the CAS number 2491-38-5. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a faint odor. The basic structure of 2-Bromo-4'-hydroxyacetophenone consists of a bromine atom, a hydroxy group, and an acetophenone moiety attached to a benzene ring. This compound is sparingly soluble in water. Safety information regarding 2-Bromo-4'-hydroxyacetophenone is not available.
Applicable Fields
Pharmaceuticals: 2-Bromo-4'-hydroxyacetophenone is used in the pharmaceutical industry for various purposes. Its mechanism of action in this field may involve its role as an intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds. Further specific information regarding the mechanism of action is not available.
Storage
Conditions: Store in a cool and dry place.