Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-oxobutyrate is a versatile brominated ketoester building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and carbonyl groups make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for synthesizing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in method development and exploratory chemistry for creating new carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecules: Employed in the synthesis of complex molecules that mimic peptides or possess specific biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-oxobutyrate
CAS No.	57332-84-0
Molecular Formula	C6H9BrO3
Molecular Weight	209.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-bromoacetoacetate; 3-Bromoacetoacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl α-bromoacetoacetate; 2-Oxobutyric acid, 3-bromo-, ethyl ester; 3-Bromo-2-oxobutanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromo-2-oxobutanoate; Bromoacetoacetic ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-oxobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.