Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Methoxypropionate is a versatile bifunctional ester building block, primarily valued for its reactive bromine and ester moieties. This compound is essential for synthetic organic chemists, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecules through nucleophilic substitution and further functionalization. It is particularly sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and advanced material development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring chiral centers or specific ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor in the manufacture of advanced electronic display and lighting materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as an alkylating agent.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Methoxypropionate
CAS No.	27704-96-7
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	197.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-methoxypropionic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-3-methoxypropanoate; 3-Methoxy-2-bromopropionic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-bromo-β-methoxypropionate; Propanoic acid, 2-bromo-3-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl (2-bromo-3-methoxy)propionate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Methoxypropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via 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.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. Containers should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~1.45 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.465

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