Description

2-Bromotetradecanoic Acid Chloride is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its reactive acid chloride functional group and a long alkyl chain bearing a bromine substituent. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for lipid-based drug molecules and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create specialized surfactants, emulsifiers, and active compounds with tailored hydrophobic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for producing functional polymers, coatings, and resins with specific bromine-containing side chains.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Materials: Building block for synthesizing organic compounds used in electronic displays and specialty material science.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Facilitates the labeling and modification of biomolecules in biochemical research and diagnostic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to introduce the 2-bromotetradecanoyl moiety into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromotetradecanoic Acid Chloride
CAS No.	53411-22-6
Molecular Formula	C14H26BrClO
Molecular Weight	325.72 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromomyristoyl Chloride; Tetradecanoic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Chloride; α-Bromotetradecanoyl Chloride; 2-Bromotetradecanoyl Chloride; Myristic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Chloride; 2-Bromo-1-oxotetradecyl Chloride; NSC 334099
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromotetradecanoic Acid Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.