Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate is a versatile brominated ester building block, valued for its reactive bromine and ester functionalities in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures, offering a balance of reactivity and stability for multi-step processes. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the 2,2-dimethylpropanoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for carbanion generation in complex molecule construction, including natural product synthesis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or functional modifier in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate
CAS No.	2843-18-7
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	209.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2,2-dimethylpropionate; 3-Bromo-2,2-dimethylpropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-bromopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Bromopivalate; 3-Bromopivalic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Bromopivalate; NSC 88411
EINECS	220-632-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.30 - 1.35

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