Description

(Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile brominated building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive dibromoalkene functionality, enabling precise carbon-carbon bond formation and cyclization reactions. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring stereoselective introduction of bromine atoms.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the dibromo moiety acts as a reactive handle for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile Michael acceptor or electrophile in carbon-carbon coupling reactions and cycloadditions for constructing heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and functional materials with specific bromine-containing side chains.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing activity-based probes or labeled compounds due to its reactive alkene group.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	26631-70-9
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2O2
Molecular Weight	243.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (Z)-2,3-Dibromoacrylate; Methyl (Z)-2,3-Dibromo-2-propenoate; (Z)-Methyl 2,3-Dibromoacrylate; 2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid Methyl Ester (Z-isomer); trans-2,3-Dibromoacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Propenoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-, methyl ester, (Z)-; NSC 404087
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2,3-Dibromopropenoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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