Description

n-(2-Bromoethyl)Acetamide is a versatile bromoalkyl acetamide derivative, serving as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromoethyl and acetamide groups make it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in fine chemical, life science, and material science industries seeking to introduce functionalized ethylamine moieties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules containing functionalized ethylamine or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require bromoalkyl side chains.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce reactive bromo sites or amide functionalities into polymer backbones for creating specialty materials.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Buchwald-Hartwig amination).
• Bioconjugation and Probe Development: Useful in biochemical research for labeling biomolecules or constructing molecular probes due to its reactive halogen.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-(2-Bromoethyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	113546-43-3
Molecular Formula	C4H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	166.02 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-2-bromoethylamine; 2-Bromo-N-acetylethylamine; Acetamide, N-(2-bromoethyl)-; 2-Bromoethylacetamide; N-(2-Bromoethyl)acetamide; Bromoethylacetamide; N-Acetyl-β-bromoethylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(2-Bromoethyl)Acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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