Description

1,1-Dibromo-2-Ethoxycyclopropane is a specialized organobromine compound featuring a reactive cyclopropane ring. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks through ring-opening and functional group transformations. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for advanced synthesis projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyclopropane or brominated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials where the cyclopropane unit imparts specific structural or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or precursor for generating other reactive species in complex multi-step laboratory syntheses.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dibromo-2-Ethoxycyclopropane
CAS No.	55249-20-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	243.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dibromo-2-ethoxycyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1,1-dibromo-2-ethoxy-; 2-Ethoxy-1,1-dibromocyclopropane; 1,1-Dibromo-2-ethoxy-cyclopropane; DBECP
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dibromo-2-Ethoxycyclopropane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay by GC/HPLC, identity confirmation by FT-IR or NMR, and impurity profiling. Our quality system supports cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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