Description

2-Bromopropionic Acid, 2-Octyl Ester is a specialized brominated ester compound, identified by CAS No. 130232-43-8. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive, prized for its ability to introduce both bromine and a branched alkyl chain into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for synthesis and formulation applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a bromo-ester moiety is required for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like flame retardancy or altered solubility to polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for Grignard and other organometallic reactions in fine chemical production.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Utilized in the formulation of specialty additives where its ester functionality and molecular structure can modify viscosity and performance.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromopropionic Acid, 2-Octyl Ester
CAS No.	130232-43-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₁BrO₂
Molecular Weight	265.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Octyl 2-bromopropanoate; 2-Bromopropanoic Acid 2-Octyl Ester; 1-Methylheptyl 2-bromopropanoate; (±)-2-Octyl 2-bromopropionate; Bromopropionic Acid Octyl Ester; 2-Bromopropionic Acid 1-Methylheptyl Ester; Propanoic acid, 2-bromo-, 2-octyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromopropionic Acid, 2-Octyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, as the compound is light-sensitive and should be handled as a strong acid/organic solvent.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.15 - 1.25
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.470

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