Description

Cyclopropane, 1-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)- is a specialized brominated cyclopropane derivative, a versatile and reactive building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two bromine atoms on a single carbon, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks and introducing functional groups. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing strained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides, where the cyclopropane ring is a common bioactive motif.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized cyclopropyl groups.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers and advanced materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Applied in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropane, 1-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)-
CAS No.	33742-80-2
Molecular Formula	C4H6Br2
Molecular Weight	229.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Bis(bromomethyl)cyclopropane; 1-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)cyclopropane; (Bromomethyl)cyclopropyl Bromide; Cyclopropane, 1,1-bis(bromomethyl)-; NSC 169102; 1,1-Di(bromomethyl)cyclopropane
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopropane, 1-Bromo-1-(Bromomethyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature and reactive bromine groups, minimize exposure to air and moisture for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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