What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-(3-Bromo-4-ethylphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 90841-42-2)?

1-(3-Bromo-4-ethylphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 90841-42-2) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 237.04 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles and reducing agents. It exhibits good stability under normal storage conditions but can undergo bromine substitution reactions under basic conditions.