Description

α-Bromoisovalerylchloride is a highly reactive acid chloride derivative, primarily used as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the bromoisovaleryl functional group, a crucial step in constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical reagent in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as an acylating agent for the introduction of the bromoisovaleryl moiety in peptide coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the modification of polymers and the synthesis of specialty monomers.
• Material Science Research: Used in surface functionalization and the creation of novel organic-inorganic hybrid materials.
• Chemical Biology: Acts as a probe or linker molecule in bioconjugation and protein labeling studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Bromoisovalerylchloride
CAS No.	52574-82-0
Molecular Formula	C5H8BrClO
Molecular Weight	199.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-methylbutanoyl chloride; 2-Bromoisovaleryl chloride; α-Bromoisovaleryl chloride; 2-Bromo-3-methylbutyryl chloride; Bromoisovaleryl chloride; 3-Methyl-2-bromobutanoyl chloride; Isovaleric acid, 2-bromo-, chloride
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Quality Control

Our α-Bromoisovalerylchloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts violently with water, strong bases, and alcohols. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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