Description

Benzyl Diazoacetate Solution is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its diazo functionality, which enables efficient carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond formation under mild conditions. This makes it a critical reagent for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for cyclopropanation and homologation reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its reactivity is leveraged to create novel heterocyclic structures.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a precursor for metal carbene complexes used in asymmetric catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced materials via cycloaddition and insertion chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on ylide formation and dipolar cycloadditions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Diazoacetate Solution
CAS No.	52267-51-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2-diazoacetate; Diazoacetic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl Diazanylideneacetate; Benzyl (Diazo)acetate; NSC 404083; BDA; Benzyl Diazoethanoate; (Diazoacetyl)benzyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl Diazoacetate Solution is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and functional group verification, to ensure consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or using amber glassware.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colored solution (typically yellow to orange)
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (or as per customer requirement)
Solvent Content (GC)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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