Description

Zinc, Bromo[2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-2-Oxoethyl]- is a specialized organozinc reagent, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its ability to facilitate precise carbon-carbon bond formation, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications such as Reformatsky-type reactions and the synthesis of β-hydroxy esters.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A crucial reagent for constructing β-hydroxy carbonyl compounds and other complex chiral molecules in API development.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of active ingredients and advanced crop protection agents requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a key building block in the production of flavors, fragrances, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Reformatsky Reaction Reagent: Functions as a stabilized zinc enolate equivalent for the classic Reformatsky reaction between α-halo esters and carbonyl compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis research.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or polymeric materials with specific functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc, Bromo[2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-2-Oxoethyl]-
CAS No.	51656-70-3
Molecular Formula	C8H13BrO3Zn
Molecular Weight	302.48 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl bromoacetoxyzincate; Zinc tert-butyl bromoacetate; Bromo(tert-butoxycarbonylmethyl)zinc; (Bromoacetato-O)tert-butoxyzinc; Reformatsky reagent, tert-butyl bromoacetate derived; Zinc enolate of tert-butyl bromoacetate; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-2-oxoethylzinc bromide
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Quality Control

Our Zinc, Bromo[2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-2-Oxoethyl]- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and reactivity for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry place. Due to its hygroscopic and oxygen-sensitive nature, the container should be flushed with inert gas after each opening to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zinc content)	Min. 21.0%
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in THF, ethers; reacts with protic solvents

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