Description

(2-Bromophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive acid chloride group and a brominated aromatic ether moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, enabling the introduction of the (2-bromophenoxy)acetyl functional group. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyacetic acid derivative structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromophenoxy moiety is a key pharmacophore.
• Ligand and Complexation Agent Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional side chains onto polymer backbones, altering material properties for advanced applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex ether and ester-linked architectures.
• Peptide Mimetic Chemistry: Used in the development of peptide analogs and bioisosteres for drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	39784-10-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO2
Molecular Weight	249.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromophenoxy)acetyl chloride; Acetyl chloride, 2-(2-bromophenoxy)-; (2-Bromophenoxy)acetic acid chloride; o-Bromophenoxyacetyl chloride; 2-Bromophenoxyacetic acid chloride; α-Chloro-2-(2-bromophenoxy)ethanone; NSC 403119
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Quality Control

Our (2-Bromophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.