Description

2-Bromo-1,1,1-Triethoxypropane is a versatile brominated acetal derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce functionalized propyl units and act as a masked aldehyde or ketone precursor under controlled conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring functionalized propane chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its bromine and acetal groups enable specific structural modifications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a precursor for generating nucleophilic reagents in complex multi-step laboratory and industrial syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, ligands, and organic frameworks due to its reactive halogen and protected carbonyl functionality.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds with complex ester and aldehyde notes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1,1,1-Triethoxypropane
CAS No.	42216-95-5
Molecular Formula	C9H19BrO3
Molecular Weight	255.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Triethoxy-2-bromopropane; Propane, 2-bromo-1,1,1-triethoxy-; 2-Bromopropionaldehyde diethyl acetal; Bromopropionaldehyde diethyl acetal; α-Bromopropionaldehyde diethyl acetal; 2-Bromo-1,1,1-triethoxy-propane; (2-Bromo-1,1,1-triethoxy)propane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1,1,1-Triethoxypropane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.20 - 1.30

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