Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate is a versatile brominated ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and ester functionalities make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules, offering chemists a reliable route to introduce specific molecular fragments. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a bromoalkyl ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structure serves as a precursor for bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation, esterification, and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the 3-bromo-2-methylpropionyl group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to incorporate functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate
CAS No.	59154-46-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	209.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-methylpropanoate; 3-Bromo-2-methylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Methyl-3-bromopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Bromo-α-methylpropionate; NSC 404087; Ethyl (3-bromo-2-methyl)propionate; Ethyl 3-bromo-2-methylpropanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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