Description

Butyl Dibromoacetate is a specialized brominated ester compound, serving as a versatile and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the dibromoacetate functional group, a key building block for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromoacetate motifs for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce bromine-containing side chains into polymers, altering their physical or flame-retardant properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Dibromoacetate
CAS No.	59956-56-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	273.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibromoacetic Acid Butyl Ester; n-Butyl Dibromoacetate; Butyl 2,2-Dibromoacetate; Dibromoacetic Acid n-Butyl Ester; Acetic Acid, Dibromo-, Butyl Ester; Butyl Ester of Dibromoacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butyl Dibromoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and development needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density	~1.8 g/cm³
Refractive Index	Contact for details

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