Description

4-Bromo-2-Methylbutanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile brominated ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for introducing functionalized alkyl chains and chiral centers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated, branched alkyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: An intermediate for creating complex esters that contribute to specific aroma profiles in high-value applications.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or functional additives for specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions (e.g., alkylations, Grignard reactions, nucleophilic substitutions) to introduce the 4-bromo-2-methylbutyl group.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methylbutanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	58029-83-7
Molecular Formula	C6H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	195.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Bromo-2-methylbutanoate; 4-Bromo-2-methylbutyric acid methyl ester; 2-Methyl-4-bromobutanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-2-methylbutyrate; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-butanoic acid methyl ester; Butanoic acid, 4-bromo-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl (RS)-4-bromo-2-methylbutyrate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Methylbutanoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our R&D and manufacturing clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	1.35 - 1.45 g/mL

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