Description

Ethyl (±)-2-Bromopropionate is a versatile chiral building block and alkylating agent used in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity in introducing the 2-bromopropionate moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis and intermediate production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the propionate ester group is a functional component.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or alkylating agent in stereoselective reactions to create enantiomerically enriched compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, esterifications, and cross-coupling reactions to build carbon chains.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl (±)-2-Bromopropionate
CAS No.	41978-69-2
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	181.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromopropionate; (±)-Ethyl 2-Bromopropanoate; DL-Ethyl 2-Bromopropionate; 2-Bromopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Bromopropionate; Propanoic acid, 2-bromo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl DL-2-Bromopropionate; Ethyl 2-bromopropanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl (±)-2-Bromopropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities 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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Containers should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.390 - 1.410
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.445 - 1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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