Description

(2-Bromoethyl)Oxirane is a versatile bifunctional organobromine compound featuring both an epoxide and a bromoalkyl group, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. Its reactive sites allow for selective ring-opening and nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the synthesis of active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring functionalized alkyl chains or heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its reactive halogen and epoxide functionalities.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or a monomer for creating specialty epoxy resins and polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of chelating ligands for metal catalysis and in materials science research.
• Chemical Research & Development: A crucial reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Surface Active Agents: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromoethyl)Oxirane
CAS No.	13287-42-8
Molecular Formula	C4H7BrO
Molecular Weight	151.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromoethyl)oxirane; 1-Bromo-2,3-epoxypropane; 3-Bromo-1,2-epoxypropane; Glycidyl bromide; Oxirane, (2-bromoethyl)-; Epibromohydrin; Bromomethyloxirane; 2-Bromoepoxyethane
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Quality Control

Our (2-Bromoethyl)Oxirane is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.60 - 1.65
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490

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