Description

2-Bromomethyl-1,1-Dichlorocyclopropane is a highly functionalized cyclopropane derivative that serves as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both bromomethyl and dichloro substituents on a strained three-membered ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing cyclopropane rings known for metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane moiety can enhance biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyclopropanation reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and as a substrate for nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functional complexity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Can be used to synthesize molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms or protein interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromomethyl-1,1-Dichlorocyclopropane
CAS No.	3591-45-5
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrCl2
Molecular Weight	218.92 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dichloro-2-(bromomethyl)cyclopropane; (Bromomethyl)dichlorocyclopropane; 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,1-dichlorocyclopropane; 1,1-Dichloro-2-bromomethylcyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1,1-dichloro-2-(bromomethyl)-; 3591-45-5; (Dichloro)(bromomethyl)cyclopropane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromomethyl-1,1-Dichlorocyclopropane is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its reactive halogenated nature, it should be stored separately from bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.