Description

3-Bromolactic Acid is a versatile brominated organic acid derivative, serving as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive bromine and carboxylic acid functional groups, which enable precise chemical modifications for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials. We supply high-purity 3-Bromolactic Acid CAS NO 32777-03-0 to support innovation and reliable production processes globally.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of chiral drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic and neurological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct active ingredients for herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Peptide Mimetics and Bio-conjugates: Incorporated into peptide chains or used to create linkers for bioconjugation and prodrug development.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functionalized polymers and specialty monomers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a handle for introducing bromine tags into molecules for studying biological interactions and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromolactic Acid
CAS No.	32777-03-0
Molecular Formula	C3H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	168.97 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-hydroxypropanoic Acid; (±)-3-Bromolactic Acid; DL-3-Bromolactic Acid; 3-Bromo-2-hydroxypropanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-bromopropanoic Acid; Bromolactic Acid; 3-Bromomilchsäure (German); Acide 3-bromolactique (French)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromolactic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	~78-82 °C
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.