2-Bromo-1-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-1-propanone is an intermediate in the synthesis of 5-Chloro Bupropion Fumarate (C364765). A 5-chloro substitued analogue of Bupropion (B689625) used in the preparation of compounds for indirect dopamine agonist pharmacotherapy for treating cocaine, methamphetamine, nicotine, and other drugs of abuse addiction.