Description

β-Bromoisovaleric Acid CAS NO 5798-88-9 is a versatile brominated organic acid ester intermediate, valued for its reactive bromine atom and carboxylic acid functionality. This compound is critical for introducing the isovaleric acid moiety into target molecules, enabling precise chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis, pesticide development, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various APIs, including potential antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a starting material or protecting group reagent in peptide synthesis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of novel ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for alkylation and esterification reactions to construct complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of monomers or functional polymers with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Bromoisovaleric Acid
CAS No.	5798-88-9
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	181.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-3-methylbutanoic Acid; 3-Bromoisovaleric Acid; β-Bromoisovaleric Acid; 3-Methyl-3-bromobutyric Acid; (RS)-3-Bromo-3-methylbutyric Acid; (±)-3-Bromo-3-methylbutyric Acid; Bromoisovaleric Acid
EINECS	227-341-7

Quality Control

Our β-Bromoisovaleric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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