Description

Benzenebutanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Este is a specialized organic compound featuring a brominated phenyl ring and a dioxobutanoate ester moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists for use in targeted synthesis, including the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Material Science: Serves as a precursor for ligands, catalysts, and specialty polymers requiring specific bromo- and keto-functional groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and process development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenebutanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Este
CAS No.	40155-54-2
Molecular Formula	C12H11BrO4
Molecular Weight	299.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxobenzenebutanoate; 4-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxobenzenebutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Bromobenzoylpyruvic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-Bromobenzoyl)pyruvate; 4-Bromo-.Alpha.-Gamma.-Dioxobenzenebutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 40155-54-2; Ethyl 4-Bromobenzoylpyruvate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenebutanoic Acid, 4-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Este adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the presence of reactive functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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