Description

n-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Acrylate is a versatile bifunctional monomer containing both an acrylate ester group and a reactive bromomethyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of functional polymers and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced material, and polymer industries for creating cross-linked networks, photoinitiators, and functionalized resins.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging the reactive bromomethyl group for selective alkylation.
• Polymer Cross-Linking Agent: Used to introduce cross-links into acrylic and methacrylic polymer systems, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• UV-Curable Resins & Coatings: Serves as a reactive diluent and cross-linker in formulations for inks, adhesives, and protective coatings that cure under UV light.
• Surface Modification: Employed to graft functional polymer brushes onto various substrates (e.g., silica, metals) for altering surface properties like wettability and biocompatibility.
• Specialty Monomer for Copolymers: Incorporated into copolymer chains to impart specific functionalities such as sites for further chemical modification or halogenated characteristics.
• Lithographic Materials: Potential use in the development of advanced photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing due to its photoreactive and etch-resistant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Acrylate
CAS No.	170216-64-5
Molecular Formula	C8H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	221.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)acrylic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)acrylate; 2-(Bromomethyl)-2-propenoic Acid Butyl Ester; Acrylic Acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-, Butyl Ester; n-Butyl α-(Bromomethyl)acrylate
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Quality Control

Our n-Butyl 2-(Bromomethyl)Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive and reactive nature, prolonged exposure to light or heat should be avoided. Store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.40 g/mL

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