Description

2-Bromo-1,1-Diethoxyethene is a versatile brominated enol ether building block, valued for its reactivity as a synthon in complex organic synthesis. Its primary commercial significance lies in its role as a precursor for the introduction of bromoacetyl and glyoxylate moieties, enabling the construction of heterocycles and fine chemical intermediates. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticide intermediates.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science.
• Peptide Mimetics: Employed in the synthesis of peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1,1-Diethoxyethene
CAS No.	42520-11-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	195.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; 2-Bromo-1,1-diethoxyethylene; (2-Bromoethene-1,1-diyl)bis(oxy)diethane; Ethyl Bromoacetal; 1,1-Diethoxy-2-bromoethene; Bromoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Bromoacetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

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

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.30 - 1.35

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