Description

Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-Methylbutyrate is a versatile brominated ester building block valued for its reactivity in organic synthesis. It serves as a key intermediate for introducing the 2-bromo-3-methylbutyryl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates, leveraging the bromine atom for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex ester compounds used in creating specific aroma profiles.
• Material Science Research: Used in the preparation of monomers or functional polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-Methylbutyrate
CAS No.	609-12-1
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	209.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-methylbutanoate; 3-Methyl-2-bromobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 2-bromo-3-methyl-, ethyl ester; NSC 404087; Ethyl α-bromo-β-methylbutyrate
EINECS	210-182-6

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-Methylbutyrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay (by GC/HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.35 g/mL

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