Description

Ethyl 2-Bromoacrylate is a versatile and highly reactive acrylate ester monomer, distinguished by the presence of a bromine atom on the alpha carbon. This unique structure makes it a crucial building block for introducing bromo-functional groups into polymer chains, enabling the synthesis of specialty materials with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring bromoacrylate functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromoacrylate moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Functional Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a reactive monomer for creating specialty polymers, including adhesives, coatings, and impact modifiers with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Crosslinking Agent: Utilized to introduce crosslinks into polymer networks, improving thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Material Science R&D: Employed in academic and industrial research to develop novel polymeric materials, hydrogels, and dendrimers.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile electrophile in Michael additions and other organic transformations to construct complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromoacrylate
CAS No.	5459-35-8
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	179.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoacrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Bromoacrylate; 2-Bromo-2-propenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Bromoacrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 401123; Ethyl (E)-2-bromoacrylate; Ethyl (Z)-2-bromoacrylate
EINECS	226-719-8

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-Bromoacrylate is manufactured and tested under a stringent quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its reactivity and light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light or heat should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.465 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	1.40 - 1.50 g/mL

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