Description

A-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorobenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a halogenated aromatic ester that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive handle for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the bromo and dichloro substituents impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the reactive bromine atom.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	A-Bromo-2,4-Dichlorobenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	41022-55-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrCl2O2
Molecular Weight	312.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromo-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)acetate; 2-Bromo-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)(bromo)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; α-Bromo-2,4-dichlorobenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Bromo-2,4-dichlorophenylacetate; Bromo(2,4-dichlorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for synthetic intermediates. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing batch-specific results for all critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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