Description

2,3-Dibromosuccinic Acid is a versatile brominated organic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactivity of its bromine atoms, which facilitate various substitution and coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials. The product is supplied with a high level of purity and consistency to meet rigorous R&D and production requirements.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring chiral centers or specific bromine substitution patterns.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dibromo moiety introduces specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for reactions such as nucleophilic substitution, elimination to form fumaric/maleic acid derivatives, and in the preparation of other functionalized succinic acids.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with enhanced flame retardancy or specific chemical resistance.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromosuccinic Acid
CAS No.	526-78-3
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2O4
Molecular Weight	275.88 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromobutanedioic Acid; Dibromosuccinic Acid; DL-2,3-Dibromosuccinic Acid; (±)-2,3-Dibromosuccinic Acid; Succinic Acid, 2,3-Dibromo-; Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dibromo-; NSC 9235
EINECS	208-401-5

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromosuccinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and identity. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes data from tests such as HPLC assay, melting point, and heavy metal screening. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your most critical synthesis and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 165°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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