Description

3-Bromopropylacetate is a versatile brominated ester compound with the CAS number 592-33-6. It serves as a crucial alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its reactivity and ability to introduce functionalized propyl chains. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a bromoalkyl side chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the 3-bromopropoxy or related functional groups.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromopropylacetate
CAS No.	592-33-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	181.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromopropyl acetate; 1-Bromo-3-acetoxypropane; 3-Bromopropanol acetate; Acetic acid 3-bromopropyl ester; β-Bromopropyl acetate; NSC 8805; 3-Bromo-1-propyl acetate; (3-Bromopropoxy)ethenone
EINECS	209-746-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromopropylacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (GC/HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.40 - 1.45

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