Description

Methyl 2-Bromooctanoate is a valuable brominated ester building block, primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring a reactive bromine atom adjacent to an ester group, makes it a versatile precursor for the introduction of the 2-octanoic acid moiety into more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries engaged in nucleophilic substitution reactions, homologation, and the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for Grignard and other organometallic reactions in research and development.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Intermediate in the synthesis of advanced organic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential precursor for the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromooctanoate
CAS No.	5445-22-7
Molecular Formula	C9H17BrO2
Molecular Weight	237.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromooctanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromooctanoate; Octanoic acid, 2-bromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromocaprylate; α-Bromooctanoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	226-646-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromooctanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate chemical storage cabinets are recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.25
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.455 - 1.465

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