Description

Bromochlorofluoroacetic Acid is a highly functionalized halogenated acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique combination of bromine, chlorine, and fluorine atoms on the alpha carbon makes it a versatile building block for introducing complex halogenated motifs. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing novel active ingredients, as well as in materials science for creating specialized polymers and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated side chains for enhanced bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethyl or related halogenated groups are crucial for efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel chelating ligands for catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: A valuable reagent for introducing the -CFBrCl moiety into target molecules in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new reactions and synthesizing novel halogenated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromochlorofluoroacetic Acid
CAS No.	354-03-0
Molecular Formula	C2HBrClFO2
Molecular Weight	191.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromochlorofluoroethanoic Acid; 2-Bromo-2-chloro-2-fluoroacetic Acid; α-Bromo-α-chloro-α-fluoroacetic Acid; BCFFA; Bromochloromonofluoroacetic Acid; Acetic acid, bromochlorofluoro-; NSC 403058
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Bromochlorofluoroacetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and purity for demanding applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under dry conditions. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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