Description

Bromoacetaldehyde is a highly versatile and reactive bifunctional organic compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both bromine and aldehyde functional groups into target molecules, enabling the construction of complex heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This chemical is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including imidazoles and thiazoles, which are core structures in many APIs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in polymer chemistry and biochemistry for modifying proteins and nucleic acids.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the production of certain aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoacetaldehyde
CAS No.	17157-48-1
Molecular Formula	C2H3BrO
Molecular Weight	122.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoacetaldehyde; Bromoethanal; α-Bromoacetaldehyde; Acetaldehyde, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromo-1-ethanal; NSC 402124; BAA
EINECS	241-174-9

Quality Control

Our Bromoacetaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and HPLC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC)	Reported on COA

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