Description

Bromoacetic Anhydride is a highly reactive acylating agent and a key chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the bromoacetyl functional group into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex compounds. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers engaged in custom synthesis and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed as a reagent for the modification of amino acids and peptides, facilitating structure-activity relationship studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile tool in organic synthesis for creating bromoacetyl derivatives of alcohols, amines, and other nucleophiles.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoacetic Anhydride
CAS No.	13094-51-4
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2O3
Molecular Weight	275.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, bromo-, anhydride; Bromoacetic acid anhydride; Bis(bromoacetyl) oxide; 2-Bromoacetic anhydride; Bromoacetyl anhydride; Bromoethanoic anhydride; Bromoacetic acid, anhydride; Dibromoacetic anhydride (Note: This is a common misnomer, the correct structure is bis(bromoacetyl) oxide)
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Quality Control

Our Bromoacetic Anhydride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

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, amines, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Keep under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for optimal long-term preservation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Free Bromoacetic Acid	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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