Description

Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-Methyl-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Butanoate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a reactive bromo and methylsulfonyl functional group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and crop protection research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of sulfone-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the discovery and process development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require sulfone and halogenated motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile in substitution reactions and a precursor for further functionalization in complex molecule assembly.
• Material Science Research: Potential intermediate for creating specialty polymers or functional materials with specific sulfone-based properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Can be utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-Methyl-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Butanoate
CAS No.	1312478-47-9
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO4S
Molecular Weight	287.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-bromo-2-methyl-2-(methylsulfonyl)butanoate; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-2-(methylsulfonyl)butanoic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyl-2-(methylsulfonyl)-4-bromobutanoic acid ethyl ester; Butanoic acid, 4-bromo-2-methyl-2-(methylsulfonyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α-methyl-γ-bromo-β-(methylsulfonyl)butyrate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Bromo-2-Methyl-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Butanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.