Description

2-Bromo-2-Ethylbutyryl Bromide is a versatile and highly reactive brominating agent and acyl bromide intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-bromo-2-ethylbutyryl moiety, a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific bromo-substituted structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as an initiator or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent for acylation and bromination reactions in complex organic synthesis.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of advanced electronic and display materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-2-Ethylbutyryl Bromide
CAS No.	26074-53-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10Br2O
Molecular Weight	257.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2-ethylbutanoyl bromide; α-Bromo-α-ethylbutyryl bromide; 2-Ethyl-2-bromobutyryl bromide; Butanoyl bromide, 2-bromo-2-ethyl-; NSC 404082; 2-Bromo-2-ethylbutyric acid bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-2-Ethylbutyryl Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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