Description

2-Bromo-4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-Cyclopentanedione is a halogenated diketone derivative that serves as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique structure, which provides a reactive bromine atom and two carbonyl groups, enabling its use in cyclization reactions and as a precursor for complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring cyclopentane-based or heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclization reactions, halogenation studies, and as a precursor to other functionalized diketones.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Useful for creating molecular probes and tags due to its reactive bromine handle, which can participate in coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-Cyclopentanedione
CAS No.	57157-02-5
Molecular Formula	C7H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	205.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4,4-dimethylcyclopentane-1,3-dione; 4,4-Dimethyl-2-bromo-1,3-cyclopentanedione; Bromodimedone; 2-Bromodimedone; 1,3-Cyclopentanedione, 2-bromo-4,4-dimethyl-; NSC 163044
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-Cyclopentanedione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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