Description

2-(4-Bromophenoxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the 2-(4-bromophenoxy)-2-methylpropanoyl moiety into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties to advanced polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring bromophenoxy functional groups.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-Bromophenoxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	49803-18-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrClO2
Molecular Weight	277.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromophenoxy)-2-methylpropionyl chloride; α-Bromoisobutyryl 4-bromophenyl ether chloride; 4-Bromo-α,α-dimethylphenoxyacetyl chloride; 2-Methyl-2-(4-bromophenoxy)propanoyl chloride; p-Bromophenoxyisobutyryl chloride; 2-(p-Bromophenoxy)isobutyryl chloride; 49803-18-1 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Bromophenoxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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