Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate is a high-purity, versatile brominated keto-ester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and ketone functionalities, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A critical reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new synthetic routes in university and corporate research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate
CAS No.	39086-05-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13BrO3
Molecular Weight	249.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-bromo-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate; 3-Bromo-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 3-bromo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromo-4-oxocyclohexane-1-carboxylate; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 3-bromo-4-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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