Description

Isobutyryl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive acyl bromide derivative, essential for introducing the isobutyryl functional group into target molecules. Its primary value lies in its role as a key acylating and brominating agent in complex organic syntheses, offering high selectivity and yield. This compound is critically needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for manufacturing active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of prodrugs and molecules with branched-chain architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the isobutyryl moiety enhances biological activity.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed as an acylating agent for the protection of amino groups or for modifying peptide structures.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A fundamental reagent for Friedel-Crafts acylation, nucleophilic substitution, and other reactions to construct complex organic frameworks.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutyryl Bromide
CAS No.	2736-37-0
Molecular Formula	C4H7BrO
Molecular Weight	151.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpropanoyl Bromide; Isobutanoyl Bromide; α-Methylpropionyl Bromide; Isobutyryl Bromide; 2-Methylpropionyl Bromide; Isobutyric Acid Bromide
EINECS	220-352-6

Quality Control

Our Isobutyryl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required by our global customer base in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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