Description

Methyl Bromodichloroacetate is a versatile halogenated ester building block crucial for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine and chlorine substituents, makes it a valuable reagent for introducing functional complexity in target molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing complex molecules with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile electrophile and alkylating agent in novel reaction methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce halogenated ester functionalities into polymer chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Bromodichloroacetate
CAS No.	20428-76-6
Molecular Formula	C3H3BrCl2O2
Molecular Weight	221.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromodichloroacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromo-α,α-dichloroacetate; Methyl 2-Bromo-2,2-dichloroacetate; Dichlorobromoacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Acetic acid, bromodichloro-, methyl ester; Methyl ester of bromodichloroacetic acid
EINECS	243-823-1

Quality Control

Our Methyl Bromodichloroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.80 - 1.85 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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