Description

1,2-Dibromo-1-Ethoxyethane CAS NO 2983-26-8 is a specialized brominated ether compound used as a versatile building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce bromine and ethoxy functional groups, facilitating complex molecular transformations. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the dibromo moiety is crucial for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a source of bromine in various coupling and cyclization reactions for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodology development and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Flame Retardant Precursor: Can be utilized in the synthesis of brominated compounds used as additive or reactive flame retardants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dibromo-1-Ethoxyethane
CAS No.	2983-26-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	231.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dibromoethyl ethyl ether; Ethyl 1,2-dibromoethyl ether; 1-Ethoxy-1,2-dibromoethane; 1,2-Dibromo-1-ethoxyethane; α,β-Dibromoethyl ethyl ether; NSC 60545; 1,2-Dibromoethyl Ethyl Ether; Dibromoethyl Ethyl Ether
EINECS	221-034-4

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromo-1-Ethoxyethane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	1.85 - 1.95 g/mL

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