Description

Dibutyl 2-Bromopentanedioate is a high-purity brominated ester compound, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive bromine atom and ester functionalities, which enable precise chemical modifications for creating complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated glutaric acid derivative.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a precursor for introducing the 2-bromoglutarate moiety into target molecules in fine chemical production.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and resins, where it can impart specific functional groups to alter material properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in catalytic systems for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new reaction pathways and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibutyl 2-Bromopentanedioate
CAS No.	104867-13-2
Molecular Formula	C13H23BrO4
Molecular Weight	323.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoglutaric Acid Dibutyl Ester; Dibutyl 2-Bromoglutarate; Butyl 2-Bromopentanedioate; 2-Bromopentanedioic Acid Dibutyl Ester; 104867-13-2; Pentanedioic acid, 2-bromo-, 1,5-dibutyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Dibutyl 2-Bromopentanedioate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, although the product is typically stable at controlled room temperature for shorter periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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