Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Bromo-4-Chloro-β-Oxo-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel compounds and optimizing synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing halogenated aromatic and β-keto ester motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive bromo and chloro substituents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a starting material for novel heterocyclic compounds and catalysts in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Peptidomimetic & Bioactive Molecule Development: Its structure is valuable for constructing peptide analogs and other bioactive scaffolds in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Bromo-4-Chloro-β-Oxo-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	152559-46-1
Molecular Formula	C11H10BrClO3
Molecular Weight	305.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-oxopropanoate; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-bromo-3-oxopropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Bromo-4-chloro-β-oxobenzenepropanoate; 2-Bromo-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-oxo-propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; α-Bromo-β-(4-chlorobenzoyl)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Chloro-α-bromo-β-oxobenzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (2-Bromo-3-oxo-3-(4-chlorophenyl))propanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Bromo-4-Chloro-β-Oxo-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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