Description

(Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid CAS NO 24557-10-6 is a halogenated unsaturated carboxylic acid that serves as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in the presence of both a reactive alkene and an acid functionality, allowing for selective transformations in complex molecule construction. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel organic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated or unsaturated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its reactive sites enable structural diversification.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, Michael additions, and as a precursor for other functionalized acrylic acid derivatives.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of specialty polymers with unique properties, such as flame retardancy or specific reactivity.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and organic semiconductors, due to its molecular structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing probes and inhibitors that target specific enzymes or biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid
CAS No.	24557-10-6
Molecular Formula	C3H2Br2O2
Molecular Weight	241.86 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid; (Z)-α,β-Dibromoacrylic Acid; 2,3-Dibromo-2-propenoic Acid (Z)-; trans-2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-, (2Z)-; NSC 404058; (2Z)-2,3-Dibromoprop-2-enoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as bases and oxidizing agents. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if specified for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.