Description

Sodium 2-Bromoethanesulphonate is a versatile organosulfur compound and a key alkylating agent. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its ability to introduce the sulfonate functional group, enhancing water solubility and reactivity in synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or modify material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfonate moieties for improved bioavailability or specific activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the sulfonate group contributes to systemic activity and environmental compatibility.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce ionic character, improving hydrophilicity and antistatic properties in specialty polymers and coatings.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Chemistry: Employed as a reagent for modifying peptides, proteins, and other biomolecules by alkylating thiol or amine groups, facilitating labeling or conjugation.
• Surfactant & Detergent Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized anionic surfactants with unique foaming, wetting, or emulsifying characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Bromoethanesulphonate
CAS No.	4263-52-9
Molecular Formula	C2H4BrNaO3S
Molecular Weight	211.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 2-Bromoethanesulfonate; Bromoethanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Ethanesulfonic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Sodium Salt; Sodium Bromoethanesulphonate; Bromoethane Sulfonate Sodium; 2-Bromoethylsulfonate Sodium Salt
EINECS	224-242-1

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Bromoethanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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