Description

Bromomethyl Acetate is a versatile and reactive organic ester, serving as a crucial alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the bromomethyl functional group, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring bromomethylation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where specific alkylation steps are required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for constructing complex organic frameworks, including natural product analogs.
• Chemical Derivatization: Useful for modifying other compounds to introduce desired properties or to create analytical standards.
• Material Science Research: Applied in the surface modification of materials and the creation of novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromomethyl Acetate
CAS No.	590-97-6
Molecular Formula	C3H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	152.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid Bromomethyl Ester; Bromomethyl Ethanoate; (Bromomethyl) Acetate; Methyl Bromoacetate (Note: This is a different isomer); Bromomethanol Acetate; Acetoxymethyl Bromide; 590-97-6; Bromomethylacetate
EINECS	209-699-7

Quality Control

Our Bromomethyl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability, although short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.50 - 1.55
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455

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