Description

2-Bromoethyl Acrylate is a versatile bifunctional monomer featuring both an acrylate and a bromoalkyl group. This unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for introducing polymerizable and reactive sites into advanced materials. It is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to synthesize functional polymers, cross-linking agents, or bioactive conjugates.

Application

• Functional Monomer for Polymers: Used to incorporate reactive bromoethyl groups into acrylic polymers for subsequent modification or cross-linking.
• Photoresist and Photopolymer Formulations: Serves as a key component in radiation-curable resins and imaging materials for electronics and printing.
• Bioconjugation and Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a linker molecule for attaching drugs, peptides, or labels to polymers or surfaces in biotech applications.
• Synthesis of Cross-linking Agents: A precursor for creating specialized cross-linkers used in hydrogel and rubber manufacturing.
• Surface Modification and Coatings: Imparts specific adhesion, wetting, or chemical resistance properties to advanced coating systems.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution reactions to create novel esters and other complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromoethyl Acrylate
CAS No.	4823-47-6
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	179.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyl 2-Propenoate; Acrylic Acid 2-Bromoethyl Ester; Ethylene Bromohydrin Acrylate; β-Bromoethyl Acrylate; 2-Bromoethanol Acrylate; NSC 24112; BRETMA
EINECS	225-401-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromoethyl Acrylate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified for the specific grade. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	100 - 250 ppm

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