Description

2-Bromo-N-(tert-Butyl)Acetamide is a specialized brominated acetamide derivative that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring a reactive bromoacetyl group and a sterically hindered tert-butyl amine, makes it a key building block for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a bromoacetamide functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile electrophile in alkylation reactions and a building block for heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bioconjugation: Employed in modifying peptides or proteins, useful for creating targeted drug conjugates or biochemical probes.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-N-(tert-Butyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	57120-58-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12BrNO
Molecular Weight	194.07 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromoacetamide; 2-Bromo-N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)acetamide; 2-Bromoacetamide, N-tert-butyl-; Acetamide, 2-bromo-N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; N-tert-Butylbromoacetamide; Bromoacetic acid tert-butylamide; t-Butyl bromoacetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-N-(tert-Butyl)Acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP principles and rigorous in-process controls guarantees a reliable supply of high-purity material for your most demanding synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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