Description

3,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid is a versatile halogenated organic acid building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two bromine atoms on a reactive acrylic acid backbone, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated heterocycles or specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity for creating novel bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile or Michael acceptor in organic reactions, including cycloadditions and nucleophilic substitutions, for constructing complex organic frameworks.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing bromine functionality into polymers, modifying properties like flame retardancy.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of new organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and specialty coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry in exploring new synthetic pathways and optimizing reaction conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid
CAS No.	1578-21-8
Molecular Formula	C3H2Br2O2
Molecular Weight	237.86 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid; (E)-2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid; 3,3-Dibromoprop-2-enoic Acid; Acrylic Acid, 3,3-dibromo-; NSC 401122; (Z)-2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid (isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.